How To Fix AM602 - End time & of usage & & is before start time &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 602

• Message text: End time & of usage & & is before start time &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM602 - End time & of usage & & is before start time & ?

  The SAP error message AM602 ("End time & of usage & & is before start time &") typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when there is an inconsistency in the time data for asset usage. This error indicates that the end time for a particular usage period is set before the start time, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause is a manual data entry error where the end time is incorrectly entered before the start time.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the asset management module that leads to incorrect time entries.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the time data that were not corrected during the migration process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Time Entries: Review the asset usage records to ensure that the end time is correctly set after the start time. Correct any discrepancies found.
  Correct Data: If you find that the end time is indeed before the start time, update the records to reflect the correct chronological order.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that there are no rules or settings that could be causing this issue.
  Data Migration Review: If the data was migrated, check the migration process and correct any errors in the data that may have led to this issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling asset usage records.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like AS02 (Change Asset) or AS03 (Display Asset) to view and edit asset records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset records in the system.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them in production to ensure that the issue is resolved without introducing new problems.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP Asset Accounting.