How To Fix SMI_GENERAL104 - Start time stamp is greater than end time stamp

SMI_GENERAL104 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMI_GENERAL -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Start time stamp is greater than end time stamp

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMI_GENERAL104 - Start time stamp is greater than end time stamp ?

  The SAP error message SMI_GENERAL104 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the time stamps used in a process, where the start time stamp is greater than the end time stamp. This typically occurs in scenarios involving scheduling, data processing, or time-based operations within SAP systems.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Time Configuration: The start and end time stamps may have been incorrectly configured or inputted, leading to a logical inconsistency.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry of time stamps may have resulted in an error, such as entering a future date for the start time or a past date for the end time.
  System Clock Issues: If the system clock on the server or client is not synchronized correctly, it may lead to incorrect time stamps being generated.
  Time Zone Differences: If the system is set to different time zones, it may cause confusion in the interpretation of time stamps.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Time Stamps: Review the time stamps being used