How To Fix CACSPH014 - Period end date is before period start date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSPH - Period Management

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Period end date is before period start date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSPH014 - Period end date is before period start date ?

  The SAP error message CACSPH014 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the date settings for a particular period in your SAP system. Specifically, it means that the period end date is set before the period start date, which is logically incorrect and prevents the system from processing transactions for that period.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has mistakenly entered the end date as being earlier than the start date when defining a period.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings for the periods in the relevant module (e.g., Controlling, Financial Accounting).
  Data Migration Errors: If data was migrated from another system, it’s possible that the dates were not correctly aligned.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the period settings in the relevant transaction or configuration area. Ensure that the end date is after the start date.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area (e.g., in Financial Accounting, you might check the fiscal year variant settings).
  Correct the dates as necessary.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the error is due to configuration settings, you may need to adjust the fiscal year variant or period settings in the configuration.
  
  Use transaction code OB29 to check and modify fiscal year variants.
  Ensure that the periods are defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OB29: For fiscal year variant settings.
  KAH1/KAH2: For controlling area settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the period settings.
  
  
  Backup: Always ensure that you have a backup of your configuration settings before making changes, especially in a production environment.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.