How To Fix /SEHS/DG_DGA135 - The valid-from date (&1) is later than the valid-to date (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/DG_DGA -

• Message number: 135

• Message text: The valid-from date (&1) is later than the valid-to date (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/DG_DGA135 - The valid-from date (&1) is later than the valid-to date (&2) ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/DG_DGA135 indicates that there is a date validation issue in your system. Specifically, the error states that the "valid-from date" is later than the "valid-to date." This typically occurs in scenarios where date ranges are defined for certain records, such as master data, pricing conditions, or validity periods for various objects.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered a valid-from date that is chronologically after the valid-to date. This can happen due to manual data entry errors.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date ranges.
  Configuration Errors: In some cases, the configuration settings for date validity might not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the entries for the valid-from and valid-to dates. Ensure that the valid-from date is earlier than the valid-to date.
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the dates are incorrect, update them to reflect the correct chronological order.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry processes to prevent this error from occurring in the future.
  Review Migration Processes: If this error arose after a data migration, review the migration scripts or processes to ensure that date ranges are being handled correctly.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct date ranges for specific records, consult the relevant SAP documentation or your organization's data governance policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access the relevant data (e.g., MM01 for material master, VK11 for pricing conditions).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the records in question.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.