How To Fix SI013 - You have not specified a start date

SI013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SI - Implementation Guide - Status control

• Message number: 013

• Message text: You have not specified a start date

What causes this issue?

You have specified an end date without specifying the start date.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Specify a start date which is before the end date.

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SI013 - Details

• The SAP error message SI013, which states "You have not specified a start date," typically occurs in scenarios where a date is required for a specific operation or transaction, but the user has not provided one. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when creating or modifying records, scheduling jobs, or running reports.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The most common cause is that the user has not filled in the required field for the start date in the relevant transaction or report.
  
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the system configuration may require a start date for certain processes, and if this is not set up correctly, it can lead to this error.
  User Permissions: Sometimes, user roles and permissions may restrict access to certain fields, leading to incomplete data entry.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Provide a Start Date: The immediate solution is to check the relevant screen or transaction and ensure that a valid start date is entered