Message type: E = Error
Message class: WW - Material group master maintenance
Message number: 420
Message text: End of block must be below start of block
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WW420
- End of block must be below start of block ?The SAP error message WW420 ("End of block must be below start of block") typically occurs in the context of data processing, particularly when dealing with data blocks in SAP systems. This error indicates that there is a logical inconsistency in the way data blocks are defined or processed, where the end of a block is incorrectly positioned above its start. Causes: Incorrect Data Block Definition: The most common cause is that the data block has been defined incorrectly, where the end position is set to a value that is less than the start position. Data Corruption: There may be corruption in the data being processed, leading to incorrect block definitions. Program Logic Errors: If a custom program or report is manipulating data blocks, there may be a logic error in the code that leads to this situation.
Configuration Issues: Misconfiguration in the settings related to data processing or block handling can also lead to
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