How To Fix BA425 - You are not permitted to shorten the expiration date of collection &1

BA425 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 425

• Message text: You are not permitted to shorten the expiration date of collection &1

What causes this issue?

The action executed would shorten the expiry date for collection &V1&.
However, you are not permitted to shorten the expiry date.

System Response

The action is terminated.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA425 - You are not permitted to shorten the expiration date of collection &1 ?

  The SAP error message BA425, which states "You are not permitted to shorten the expiration date of collection &1," typically occurs in the context of managing collections in SAP, particularly when dealing with the expiration dates of collections or receivables.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when a user attempts to change or shorten the expiration date of a collection item that is not allowed due to system settings or user permissions. The reasons for this could include:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to modify the expiration date of the collection.
  Business Rules: There may be business rules or configurations in place that prevent the shortening of expiration dates to maintain data integrity or compliance.
  Status of the Collection: The collection may be in a status that does not allow for changes to the expiration date.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Permissions: Ensure that the user