How To Fix /SAPAPO/OO_TR060 - For product &1, the start date is later than the end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OO_TR -

• Message number: 060

• Message text: For product &1, the start date is later than the end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_TR060 - For product &1, the start date is later than the end date ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_TR060 indicates that there is a problem with the date settings for a product in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, the error states that the start date for a certain product is later than the end date, which is logically incorrect and prevents the system from processing the relevant planning data.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The start date and end date for the product's planning data (such as a production order, forecast, or planning version) have been set incorrectly, leading to a situation where the start date is after the end date.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the setup of planning data can lead to this inconsistency.
  Master Data Issues: Problems in the master data configuration for the product, such as incorrect validity periods for the product or planning object.
  Time Period Overlaps: If there are overlapping time periods defined for different planning objects, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Settings: Review the start and end dates for the product in question. Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date.
  Correct Data Entry: If the dates were entered manually, correct any mistakes in the date fields.
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for the product to ensure that all date-related fields are correctly configured. This includes validity periods and any other relevant date settings.
  Adjust Planning Versions: If applicable, check the planning versions and ensure that they are set up correctly without conflicting date ranges.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on setting up planning data correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC90 (for master data) to access and modify the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the planning data or master data.
  Testing Changes: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or quality environment before applying them to production to ensure that the issue is resolved without introducing new problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the planning data for the product is correctly configured.