How To Fix SIAG_API002 - The 'valid from' date is smaller than the mimimum date &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIAG_API - GRC API messages

• Message number: 002

• Message text: The 'valid from' date is smaller than the mimimum date &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIAG_API002 - The 'valid from' date is smaller than the mimimum date & ?

  The SAP error message SIAG_API002 indicates that there is an issue with the date you are trying to enter in a specific field, specifically the 'valid from' date. The error message states that the 'valid from' date is smaller than the minimum date allowed by the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Entry: The date you are trying to enter is earlier than the minimum date that the system allows. This could be due to a typo or misunderstanding of the date format.
  Configuration Settings: The minimum date might be set in the system configuration, which could be related to the validity periods for certain data entries.
  Data Consistency: The system may have rules that prevent certain entries from being valid before a specific date, often related to historical data or business rules.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date Format: Ensure that the date you are entering is in the correct format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY) as per your system