How To Fix WR201 - Enter the starting date of period to be considered

WR201 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WR - Messages for Revaluation at Retail

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Enter the starting date of period to be considered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WR201 - Enter the starting date of period to be considered ?

  SAP Error Message:
  WR201 - Enter the starting date of period to be considered
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a transaction or report requires a starting date for a period to be processed or analyzed, but the user has not entered this mandatory date field. The system needs this date to determine the time frame for the operation, such as generating reports, processing postings, or evaluating data within a specific period.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter the Starting Date:
  When prompted by the message WR201, input the required starting date in the corresponding field. This date defines the beginning of the period for which the system will consider data.
  
  
  Check the Input Screen:
  Ensure that the date field is not left blank. Sometimes, the field might be hidden or not obvious; look carefully for any date input fields labeled as "Start Date," "From Date," or similar.
  
  
  Correct Date Format:
  Make sure the date is entered in the correct format as per your SAP