How To Fix VVSCDI206 - &3: From-date is later than to-date: &1 > &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VVSCDI - Messages for Transferring Scheduling Items

• Message number: 206

• Message text: &3: From-date is later than to-date: &1 > &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VVSCDI206 - &3: From-date is later than to-date: &1 > &2 ?

  The SAP error message VVSCDI206 indicates that there is a date inconsistency in your data entry, specifically that the "from-date" is later than the "to-date." This typically occurs in scenarios where date ranges are being defined, such as in pricing conditions, validity periods for master data, or other date-sensitive configurations.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The "from-date" (start date) is set to a date that is later than the "to-date" (end date).
  This can happen due to manual data entry errors, incorrect data imports, or system-generated data that has not been validated properly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Dates: Review the entries for the "from-date" and "to-date" fields in the relevant transaction or configuration screen.
  Correct the Dates: Ensure that the "from-date" is earlier than or equal to the "to-date." Adjust the dates accordingly.
  Validation: After making changes, validate the entries to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  Reprocess: If the error occurred during a batch process or data import, re-run the process after correcting the dates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may be using different transaction codes (e.g., VK11 for pricing conditions, MM01 for material master data).
  Date Formats: Ensure that the date formats are consistent with your system settings, as discrepancies in date formats can also lead to errors.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific modules to understand how date ranges are handled in that context.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If the error is occurring in a custom development scenario, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might be manipulating date values.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your date entries are valid.