How To Fix 67_RFC208 - Contract start date &1 is after the contract end date &2 in structure &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 67_RFC - Message Class for RFC Modules

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Contract start date &1 is after the contract end date &2 in structure &3

What causes this issue?

The start date for the contract in the structure POLICY for the VDLV is
after the contract end date.

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?

Change one of the dates accordingly.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 67_RFC208 - Contract start date &1 is after the contract end date &2 in structure &3 ?

  The SAP error message "67_RFC208 Contract start date &1 is after the contract end date &2 in structure &3" indicates that there is a validation issue with the contract dates in the specified structure. This error typically arises when the start date of a contract is set to a date that is later than the end date, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has mistakenly entered the start date after the end date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date entries.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the contract management module that leads to incorrect date handling.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the contract details and ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date. Correct any discrepancies.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in the data entry process to prevent users from entering incorrect date ranges.
  Review Migration Data: If the error is due to data migration, review the source data for inconsistencies and correct them before migrating.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on date handling in contracts.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes (like ME31K for creating contracts) to access and modify contract details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to contract date handling.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering contract dates to minimize errors in the future.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the error and implementing preventive measures, you can resolve the issue and avoid similar problems in the future.