How To Fix WM229 - The 'to-date' must be later than the 'from-date'

WM229 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 229

• Message text: The 'to-date' must be later than the 'from-date'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM229 - The 'to-date' must be later than the 'from-date' ?

  The SAP error message WM229 ("The 'to-date' must be later than the 'from-date'") typically occurs in the Warehouse Management (WM) module when a user attempts to perform an action that involves date ranges, such as creating a transfer order, inventory count, or other date-sensitive transactions. This error indicates that the system has detected that the "to-date" you have entered is not later than the "from-date," which is a requirement for the operation to proceed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has mistakenly entered the "to-date" as the same as or earlier than the "from-date."
  System Configuration: In some cases, system settings or configurations may enforce date constraints that are not being met.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in date formats or values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Date Inputs: Review the dates you have entered in the transaction. Ensure that the "to-date" is