How To Fix /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN236 - Valid From Date is Greater than Valid To for Operation &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN -

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Valid From Date is Greater than Valid To for Operation &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN236 - Valid From Date is Greater than Valid To for Operation &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN236 Valid From Date is Greater than Valid To for Operation &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an inconsistency in the date settings for a specific operation in a production planning or scheduling scenario.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the "Valid From" date for a specific operation is set to a date that is later than the "Valid To" date. This creates a logical inconsistency because it implies that the operation is valid for a time period that does not make sense (i.e., it cannot start after it ends).
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check and correct the date settings for the operation in question. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Identify the Operation: The error message will provide you with the operation number (indicated by &1). Make a note of this operation.
  
  
  Access the Operation Details:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP APO where you can view or edit the operation details (e.g., transaction /SAPAPO/PPM for Production Planning).
  Navigate to the specific operation using the operation number.
  
  
  
  Check Date Settings:
  
  Look for the fields labeled "Valid From" and "Valid To".
  Verify the dates entered in these fields.
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If the "Valid From" date is indeed greater than the "Valid To" date, adjust the dates so that the "Valid From" date is earlier than or equal to the "Valid To" date.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Recheck the Operation: After making the changes, recheck the operation to ensure that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/PPM for production planning and /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning book views.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing operations and date settings in APO.
  Testing: After making changes, it is advisable to run a test scenario to ensure that the operation behaves as expected without triggering any further errors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.