How To Fix CACSPSMD023 - You must specify a separation rule if you enter an end date

CACSPSMD023 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSPSMD - ICM: Partnerships, Master Data

• Message number: 023

• Message text: You must specify a separation rule if you enter an end date

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

When you terminate a partnership, you should specify a rule for the
procedure in the event of an unplanned separation.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSPSMD023 - You must specify a separation rule if you enter an end date ?

  The SAP error message CACSPSMD023 indicates that when you are trying to enter an end date for a specific record (likely in the context of a separation rule in SAP Customer Activity Repository or similar modules), you must also specify a separation rule. This error typically arises in scenarios where the system requires a clear definition of how to handle the separation of data or processes when an end date is provided.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system expects a separation rule to be defined whenever an end date is entered. This is likely due to the need for the system to understand how to manage the transition or separation of data or processes that are being terminated or concluded.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Context: Determine where you are entering the end date. This could be in a transaction related to customer activity, contract management, or