How To Fix /SAPAPO/SDP_DEP005 - End date must not be before start date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SDP_DEP -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: End date must not be before start date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP_DEP005 - End date must not be before start date ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP_DEP005 indicates that there is a problem with the date settings in your planning or scheduling process. Specifically, the error states that the end date must not be before the start date. This typically occurs in scenarios involving demand planning, supply network planning, or any other planning-related transactions in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered an end date that is earlier than the start date in a planning transaction.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in date formats or values.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the planning area or the planning book that lead to incorrect date calculations.
  User Input Errors: Users may inadvertently select the wrong dates due to interface issues or misunderstanding of the date fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the start and end dates entered in the transaction. Ensure that the end date is set to a date that is equal to or later than the start date.
  Correct Data: If the dates are incorrect, modify them accordingly and save the changes.
  Review Planning Books: If the error persists, check the configuration of the planning books and planning areas to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Data Validation: If data was migrated, perform a validation check to ensure that all date fields are populated correctly and conform to the expected formats.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on date handling in the relevant planning transactions.
  User Training: If user input errors are frequent, consider providing additional training or resources to help users understand how to correctly enter dates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transactions related to demand planning, such as /SAPAPO/SDP1 (for demand planning) or /SAPAPO/SDP2 (for planning book).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SAPAPO/SDP_DEP005 error message.