How To Fix 64074 - Final maturity date cannot be earlier than conversion period from/to

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 64 - Treasury Management: Securities

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Final maturity date cannot be earlier than conversion period from/to

What causes this issue?

The final maturity date (condition header): &V1& cannot be before the
conversion period from / to date (basic data): &V2&

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 64074 - Final maturity date cannot be earlier than conversion period from/to ?

  The SAP error message 64074, "Final maturity date cannot be earlier than conversion period from/to," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with loan agreements, bonds, or other financial instruments that have defined maturity dates and conversion periods.
  Cause:
  This error arises when the final maturity date of a financial instrument is set to a date that is earlier than the defined conversion period. The conversion period is the timeframe during which certain actions (like converting a bond into shares) can take place. If the final maturity date is before the start of this conversion period, it creates a logical inconsistency, as the instrument cannot mature before the conversion can occur.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the final maturity date is set to a date that is equal to or later than the end of the conversion period. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check the Conversion Period: Review the conversion period defined for the financial instrument. Identify the start and end dates of this period.
  
  
  Adjust the Final Maturity Date: Modify the final maturity date to ensure it is on or after the end date of the conversion period. This can typically be done in the transaction or configuration screen where the financial instrument is defined.
  
  
  Validate Changes: After making the adjustments, validate the changes to ensure that the error message no longer appears. You may need to re-run the transaction or process that triggered the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates or the implications of changing them, consult the relevant SAP documentation or your organization's financial policies.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version and configuration, you may be using specific transaction codes related to financial instruments, such as FTR_EDIT for financial transactions or FBL1N for vendor line items.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for financial instruments in the SAP system, as these settings can impact how maturity dates and conversion periods are defined.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to financial instruments in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your financial instruments are configured correctly.