How To Fix /SCMTMS/EXTRACTORS005 - Start date must be earlier than end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/EXTRACTORS -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Start date must be earlier than end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/EXTRACTORS005 - Start date must be earlier than end date ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/EXTRACTORS005 Start date must be earlier than end date typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a user is trying to extract or process data that involves date ranges. This error indicates that the start date specified for a particular operation is not earlier than the end date, which is a requirement for date range validations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Input: The most common cause is that the user has entered the start date and end date incorrectly, with the start date being later than or equal to the end date.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the date fields in the system, leading to unexpected behavior.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently select the wrong dates due to user interface issues or misunderstanding of the date fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Inputs: Review the start and end dates you have entered. Ensure that the start