How To Fix UMB231 - The to-date (&2) must be greater than the from-date (&1).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMB - SEM-CPM: Balanced Scorecard

• Message number: 231

• Message text: The to-date (&2) must be greater than the from-date (&1).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMB231 - The to-date (&2) must be greater than the from-date (&1). ?

  The SAP error message UMB231 indicates that there is an issue with date inputs in a transaction or process where a "to-date" must be greater than a "from-date." This error typically occurs in scenarios involving date ranges, such as in reporting, planning, or data entry.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the user inputs a "to-date" that is either equal to or earlier than the "from-date." This violates the logical requirement that the end date must always be after the start date in any date range.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Date Inputs: Review the dates you have entered in the relevant fields. Ensure that the "to-date" is indeed later than the "from-date."
  
  
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the "to-date" is incorrect, update it to a date that is later than the "from-date." 
  
  
  Validation: After making the changes, validate the input again to ensure that the error message does not reappear.
  
  
  Re-run the Process: Once the dates are corrected, re-run the transaction or process that triggered the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Date Format: Ensure that the dates are entered in the correct format as per your system's configuration (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY).
  User Permissions: If you are unable to change the dates, check if you have the necessary permissions to make changes in the transaction.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or module you are working with for additional context on date handling.
  Support: If the issue persists after correcting the dates, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UMB231 error and proceed with your SAP tasks.