How To Fix 0D686 - &1: &2: The valid-to date lies before the invoicing period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0D - FS-CD General Messages

• Message number: 686

• Message text: &1: &2: The valid-to date lies before the invoicing period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0D686 - &1: &2: The valid-to date lies before the invoicing period ?

  The SAP error message 0D686 indicates that there is a problem with the date settings in your invoicing process. Specifically, the error message states that the "valid-to date" lies before the invoicing period, which means that the date range for the invoice is not valid based on the defined validity period of the relevant data (such as a contract, pricing condition, or service).
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Configuration: The valid-to date for a pricing condition or contract is set to a date that is earlier than the invoicing period you are trying to process.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the valid-to date or the invoicing period.
  Contract or Pricing Condition Expiration: The contract or pricing condition may have expired, and you are trying to create an invoice for a period that is no longer valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the valid-to date of the relevant contract or pricing condition. Ensure that it is set to a date that is on or after the invoicing period you are trying to process.
  Update Dates: If the valid-to date is incorrect, update it to reflect the correct date range that includes the invoicing period.
  Review Invoicing Period: Ensure that the invoicing period you are trying to use is correct and aligns with the valid dates of the contract or pricing conditions.
  Consult with Relevant Teams: If you are unsure about the correct dates, consult with your sales, finance, or contract management teams to verify the correct validity periods.
  Check for Expired Contracts: If the contract has expired, you may need to renew it or create a new contract to cover the invoicing period.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VA02 (Change Sales Order), VA03 (Display Sales Order), or VK13 (Display Pricing Condition) to check and update the relevant data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing contracts and pricing conditions.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the dates, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the date discrepancies, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with the invoicing process.