How To Fix UMB889 - The To-period (&1) must be greater than or equal to the From-period (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 889

• Message text: The To-period (&1) must be greater than or equal to the From-period (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMB889 - The To-period (&1) must be greater than or equal to the From-period (&2) ?

  The SAP error message UMB889 indicates that there is an issue with the period settings in a transaction or report where the "To-period" is not greater than or equal to the "From-period." This typically occurs in financial or controlling modules where date ranges are specified for reporting or data entry.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the user attempts to define a range of periods (e.g., months, quarters, or years) for a report or transaction, and the "To-period" is set to a value that is less than the "From-period." For example, if the "From-period" is set to January 2023 and the "To-period" is set to December 2022, the system will throw this error because the end date cannot precede the start date.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Period Settings: Review the input fields for the "From-period" and "To-period" in the transaction or report you are working with.
  
  
  Adjust the Periods: Ensure that the "To-period" is set to a value that is greater than or equal to the "From-period." For example, if the "From-period" is January 2023, the "To-period" should be January 2023 or any subsequent period (e.g., February 2023, March 2023, etc.).
  
  
  Re-enter the Values: After making the necessary adjustments, re-enter the values and try executing the transaction or report again.
  
  
  Validation: If the error persists, double-check for any other settings or filters that might be affecting the period selection.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to financial reporting, such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Items), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Items), or any custom reports that involve period selection.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the periods you are trying to report on.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that might provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios related to this error.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the period definitions or settings, refer to your organization's SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UMB889 error and proceed with your transaction or report successfully.