How To Fix 62117 - Rental start & of LO & has to be before period-end &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Rental start & of LO & has to be before period-end &

What causes this issue?

Costs are always settled for a certain settlement period. For this
purpose, the rental start date must always be before the period start
date.

System Response

The rental agreement cannot be included in the settlement.

How to fix this error?

Check the rental agreement if you need to settle it.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62117 - Rental start & of LO & has to be before period-end & ?

  The SAP error message "62117 Rental start & of LO & has to be before period-end &" typically occurs in the context of lease accounting or asset management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the rental start date for a lease object (LO) is set to a date that is after the period-end date defined in the system. 
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The rental start date for the lease or rental agreement has been entered incorrectly, possibly set to a future date that exceeds the defined period-end date.
  Period-End Closing: The period-end date may have been set in the system, and the rental start date does not comply with the accounting periods defined.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that enforce certain rules regarding rental agreements and their start dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Rental Start Date: Review the rental start date for the lease object in question. Ensure that it is set to a date that is before the defined period-end date.
  Adjust Period-End Date: If the rental start date is correct and should be after the current period-end, consider adjusting the period-end date in the system if it is appropriate to do so.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to lease accounting and rental agreements to ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no restrictions that would cause this error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing rental agreements and understanding period-end processing.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or RECN (Contract Management) that may be involved in managing rental agreements.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in lease management are trained on the correct procedures for entering rental agreements and understanding period-end processing.
  
  By addressing the cause of the error and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the issue effectively.