How To Fix /SAPAPO/PROD007 - From... date later than To...date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PROD -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: From... date later than To...date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PROD007 - From... date later than To...date ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PROD007 indicates that there is an issue with the date range specified in a planning or production order. Specifically, the error message states that the "From... date" is later than the "To... date." This typically occurs in the context of planning scenarios in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Input: The user may have inadvertently entered a "From" date that is later than the "To" date in a planning transaction or configuration.
  Data Entry Error: This can happen due to typographical errors or misunderstanding of the date fields.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning parameters or settings that lead to incorrect date handling.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Inputs: Review the date fields in the transaction where the error occurred. Ensure that the "From" date is earlier than the "To" date.
  Correct the Dates: If the dates are incorrect, modify them to ensure that the "From" date is set to a date that is earlier than the "To" date.
  Validation: Implement validation checks in the user interface to prevent users from entering incorrect date ranges in the future.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that there are no underlying issues affecting date handling.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transactions related to production planning, such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 (Interactive Planning) or /SAPAPO/MC90 (Product View).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on date handling in APO and best practices for planning scenarios.
  User Training: Providing training to users on how to correctly enter date ranges can help minimize the occurrence of this error.
  
  If the problem continues after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.