How To Fix 65804 - Last quotation date &1 must be before or match the expiration date &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 65 - Securities class data

• Message number: 804

• Message text: Last quotation date &1 must be before or match the expiration date &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 65804 - Last quotation date &1 must be before or match the expiration date &2 ?

  The SAP error message 65804 indicates that there is a mismatch between the last quotation date and the expiration date in a procurement or sales process. Specifically, the error states that the last quotation date (denoted as &1) must be either before or the same as the expiration date (denoted as &2). This error typically occurs in scenarios involving purchasing documents, sales quotations, or contract management.
  Cause:
  
  Date Configuration: The last quotation date has been set to a date that is after the expiration date. This can happen due to manual entry errors or incorrect date settings in the system.
  Document Status: The document may have been modified or updated, leading to an inconsistency in the date fields.
  System Logic: The system enforces business rules that require the last quotation date to be valid in relation to the expiration date to ensure proper processing of quotations and contracts.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the last quotation date and the expiration date in the relevant document. Ensure that the last quotation date is set to a date that is either before or the same as the expiration date.
  Update Dates: If the last quotation date is incorrect, update it to a valid date. If the expiration date needs to be adjusted, ensure that it aligns with the business requirements.
  Review Document Flow: If the error persists, check the document flow and any related documents to ensure that there are no inconsistencies that could be causing the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling date-related errors in your version of SAP.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the document dates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be working with transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME31K (Create Contract), or VA21 (Create Quotation).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Custom Logic: If your organization has custom logic or enhancements in place, consult with your SAP technical team to ensure that there are no custom validations affecting the date fields.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 65804 and ensure that your document dates are correctly aligned.