How To Fix /SAPAPO/RSP226 - Enter the start date and the end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RSP -

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Enter the start date and the end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RSP226 - Enter the start date and the end date ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RSP226 Enter the start date and the end date typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires a date range, but either the start date or the end date (or both) have not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Date Inputs: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not filled in the required fields for the start date and end date in the selection screen of the report or transaction.
  Incorrect Format: The dates may be entered in an incorrect format that the system does not recognize.
  User Authorization: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data, which can lead to misleading error messages.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Dates: Ensure that both the start date and end date fields are filled in correctly. The dates should be in the format expected by the system (usually YYYY-MM-DD).
  Check Date Range: Make sure that the start date is earlier than the end date. If the start date is after the end date, the system will not accept the input.
  Review Input Fields: Double-check that you are entering the dates in the correct fields and that there are no additional filters or selection criteria that need to be addressed.
  User Authorization: If you suspect that authorization might be an issue, check with your SAP administrator to ensure you have the necessary permissions to execute the report or transaction.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific report or transaction to understand the required input fields and their formats.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully execute the desired report or transaction in SAP APO.