How To Fix /SAPDMC/LSMW_GLO_040020 - 'Old Value From' cannot be less than 'Old Value To'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPDMC/LSMW_GLO_040 -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: 'Old Value From' cannot be less than 'Old Value To'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW_GLO_040020 - 'Old Value From' cannot be less than 'Old Value To' ?

  The SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW_GLO_040020 indicates that there is an issue with the data being processed in the Legacy System Migration Workbench (LSMW). Specifically, the error message states that the "Old Value From" cannot be less than the "Old Value To." This typically occurs when you are trying to define a range of values for a field, and the lower limit (From) is greater than the upper limit (To).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the user has entered the "Old Value From" as a value that is greater than the "Old Value To." This can happen due to a simple typographical error or misunderstanding of the data requirements.
  Data Mapping Issues: If you are mapping data from a legacy system to SAP, there may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to this error.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the LSMW project that lead to incorrect value ranges being defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the values entered for "Old Value From" and "Old Value To." Ensure that "Old Value From" is less than or equal to "Old Value To."
  Correct Data Mapping: If you are migrating data, ensure that the mapping of values from the legacy system is correct and that the ranges are defined properly.
  Review LSMW Configuration: Check the configuration settings in your LSMW project to ensure that there are no errors in how the fields are defined.
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the LSMW process with a small set of sample data to ensure that the error does not occur with valid ranges.
  
  Related Information:
  
  LSMW Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for LSMW to understand how to properly define value ranges and mappings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on LSMW issues.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SAPDMC/LSMW_GLO_040020.