How To Fix TU105 - 'Period from' must be earlier than 'period to'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TU - Billing/Scheduling/Budget Billing

• Message number: 105

• Message text: 'Period from' must be earlier than 'period to'

What causes this issue?

You have selected a to-date which is before the from-date. This is not
permitted.

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?

Select the dates correctly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TU105 - 'Period from' must be earlier than 'period to' ?

  The SAP error message TU105 indicates that there is an issue with the date range specified in a transaction or report. Specifically, the error states that the "Period from" date must be earlier than the "Period to" date. This is a common validation check in SAP to ensure that the date range is logical and valid.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The "Period from" date is set to a date that is equal to or later than the "Period to" date.
  There may be a typographical error in the date entry.
  The user may have selected the wrong dates inadvertently.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TU105 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the "Period from" and "Period to" fields in the transaction or report where the error occurred. Ensure that the "Period from" date is indeed earlier than the "Period to" date.
  
  
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the dates are incorrect, adjust them accordingly:
  
  Set the "Period from" date to an earlier date.
  Set the "Period to" date to a later date.
  
  
  
  Re-enter the Data: If you are unsure about the dates, you may want to clear the fields and re-enter the dates carefully.
  
  
  Validation: After making the changes, validate the entries to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct date range to use, consult the relevant SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for the specific transaction or report.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transactions, so knowing the specific transaction code can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific transaction or module you are working with.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and modify the data in the transaction.
  Training: If you frequently encounter this error, consider additional training on the specific SAP module you are using to better understand date handling and other common issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TU105 error and proceed with your transaction or report in SAP.