How To Fix /SAPAPO/RRP_RPT006 - The start date must be before the end date


/SAPAPO/RRP_RPT006 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /SAPAPO/RRP_RPT -

  • Message number: 006

  • Message text: The start date must be before the end date

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_RPT006 - The start date must be before the end date ?
    The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_RPT006 indicates that there is an issue with the date range specified in a report or transaction within the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, the error states that the start date must be before the end date, meaning that the dates you have entered are not in a valid chronological order.
    
    Cause: Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered a start date that is later than the end date. Default Values: Sometimes, default values for dates may not be set correctly, leading to this error. User Input Error: Users may inadvertently select the wrong dates due to a misunderstanding of the date fields.
    Solution: Check Date Inputs: Review the start and end dates you have entered. Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date. Adjust Dates: If the start date is indeed later than the end date, adjust the dates accordingly. Default

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