How To Fix 62118 - Rental end & of LO & has to be after period-start &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 118

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

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The rental agreement cannot be included in the settlement.

How to fix this error?

Check the settlement agreement if you need to settle it.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62118 - Rental end & of LO & has to be after period-start & ?

  The SAP error message 62118, which states "Rental end & of LO & has to be after period-start &," typically occurs in the context of managing rental agreements or contracts within the SAP system, particularly in the Real Estate Management (RE-FX) module. This error indicates that the end date of a rental agreement (or lease) is set before the start date of the rental period, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The end date of the rental agreement is entered incorrectly, such that it precedes the start date of the rental period.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the rental agreement or the related master data.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date formats or values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the rental agreement details and ensure that the end date is set after the start date of the rental period. Adjust the dates accordingly.
  Correct Configuration: If the issue is related to configuration, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to ensure that the rental agreement settings are correctly configured.
  Data Validation: If the error arises from data migration, validate the data to ensure that all date fields are correctly populated and formatted.
  Transaction Code: Use the appropriate transaction code (e.g., RECN for contract management) to access and modify the rental agreement details.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing rental agreements and understanding date constraints.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Manuals: Review user manuals or training materials related to the Real Estate Management module for best practices in managing rental agreements.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the rental end date is correctly set after the period start date, you should be able to resolve this error and proceed with your rental agreement processing.