How To Fix CACSSESMD005 - End of scheduling rule &1 must not be after &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSSESMD - Settlement Scheduling - Master Data

• Message number: 005

• Message text: End of scheduling rule &1 must not be after &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSSESMD005 - End of scheduling rule &1 must not be after &2 ?

  The SAP error message CACSSESMD005 indicates that there is an issue with the scheduling rule in the context of SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CC). Specifically, the error message states that the end of a scheduling rule (denoted as &1) must not be after the start date (denoted as &2). This typically occurs when there is a misconfiguration in the scheduling rules for a product or service.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a scheduling rule where the end date/time is set to a value that is later than the start date/time. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect data entry when defining the scheduling rules.
  Overlapping or conflicting scheduling rules that have not been properly configured.
  Changes made to the scheduling rules that have not been updated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Scheduling Rules: Go to the relevant scheduling rules in the SAP CC configuration and check the start and end dates/times. Ensure that the end date/time is not set to a value that is later than the start date/time.
  
  
  Correct the Dates: If you find any discrepancies, correct the end date/time to ensure it is equal to or earlier than the start date/time.
  
  
  Check for Overlaps: Ensure that there are no overlapping scheduling rules that might be causing conflicts. If there are, adjust the rules accordingly.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, test the scheduling rules to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Documentation: Document any changes made for future reference and to help prevent similar issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP CC that allow you to manage scheduling rules.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to scheduling rules in SAP CC that might provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Guides: Refer to the SAP Convergent Charging documentation for detailed information on how to configure scheduling rules correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.