How To Fix /SCA/TSDM_TEST025 - Start date must be before or equal to end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCA/TSDM_TEST -

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Start date must be before or equal to end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCA/TSDM_TEST025 - Start date must be before or equal to end date ?

  The SAP error message /SCA/TSDM_TEST025 Start date must be before or equal to end date typically indicates that there is an issue with the date range specified in a transaction or a report. This error occurs when the start date entered is later than the end date, which is logically incorrect for any date range.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has mistakenly entered the start date as a later date than the end date.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the date fields.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system might have a configuration issue that leads to incorrect date handling.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Inputs: Review the start and end dates you have entered. Ensure that the start date is earlier than or equal to the end date.
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the start date is indeed later than the end date, correct it to ensure the start date is before or equal to the end date.
  Validation: Implement validation checks in your input forms to prevent this error from occurring in the future.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the date formats or the expected values, refer to the relevant SAP documentation or user guides.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Date Formats: Ensure that the date format you are using is consistent with the system settings (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  User Training: Providing training to users on how to correctly enter date ranges can help minimize such errors.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that might address known issues related to date handling in your specific version of SAP.
  Debugging: If the error persists despite correct input, consider debugging the transaction or report to identify any underlying issues in the code or configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.