How To Fix SRT_MONI_NAVI012 - Start time for selection is before end time

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_MONI_NAVI - Navigation Index

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Start time for selection is before end time

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_MONI_NAVI012 - Start time for selection is before end time ?

  The SAP error message SRT_MONI_NAVI012 indicates that there is an issue with the time selection parameters in a monitoring transaction, specifically that the start time for a selection is set before the end time. This typically occurs in the context of monitoring web services or other time-sensitive data in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the user specifying a time range where the start time is earlier than the end time. This is logically incorrect, as it does not make sense to retrieve data from a time that is before the end time.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check Time Inputs: Review the time selection fields in the transaction where the error occurred. Ensure that the start time is set to a value that is earlier than the end time.
  
  
  Adjust Time Range: If you have mistakenly entered the times, correct them. For example, if you have:
  
  Start Time: 10:00 AM
  End Time: 9:00 AM
  You should change the end time to a later time, such as 11:00 AM.
  
  
  
  Use Valid Date Formats: Ensure that the date and time formats are correct and consistent with the expected formats in SAP.
  
  
  Test the Selection: After making the adjustments, try running the selection again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error typically occurs in transactions related to monitoring web services, such as SRT_MONI (Service Runtime Monitoring).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on the specific transaction and its parameters.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address similar issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing training for users on how to correctly set time parameters in SAP transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute your selection in SAP.