How To Fix /SCWM/LM_EPD023 - Start date of performance document must be before the end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LM_EPD -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Start date of performance document must be before the end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LM_EPD023 - Start date of performance document must be before the end date ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LM_EPD023 indicates that there is an issue with the date range specified for a performance document in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, the error states that the start date of the performance document must be before the end date. This is a common validation error that occurs when the dates provided do not meet the required logical sequence.
  Cause:
  The error is typically caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The start date has been entered as the same as or after the end date.
  Data Entry Mistake: There may have been a typographical error when entering the dates.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration or settings may not allow for the specified date range.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Date Entries:
  
  Review the start and end dates entered for the performance document.
  Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date.
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If you find that the start date is the same as or after the end date, correct the dates accordingly.
  For example, if the start date is 2023-10-15 and the end date is 2023-10-14, change the end date to a later date, such as 2023-10-16.
  
  
  
  Validation:
  
  After making the corrections, validate the entries again to ensure that the error does not persist.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the date formats or the expected values, refer to the SAP documentation or user manuals for guidance on how to enter performance document dates correctly.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue continues despite correct date entries, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to check if there are any configuration settings that might be affecting date validation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Guides: Refer to the SAP EWM user guides for detailed instructions on creating and managing performance documents.
  Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/LM_EPD023 and successfully create or manage your performance document in SAP EWM.