How To Fix CACSTGT202 - Effective end &1 is before effective start &2

CACSTGT202 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSTGT - Commissions: Target Agreements

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Effective end &1 is before effective start &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSTGT202 - Effective end &1 is before effective start &2 ?

  The SAP error message CACSTGT202 indicates that there is a problem with the effective dates in a configuration or master data record. Specifically, the error states that the "Effective end date" (&1) is before the "Effective start date" (&2). This typically occurs in scenarios where date ranges are defined for certain records, such as in master data, pricing conditions, or other configuration settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered an end date that is earlier than the start date, which is logically incorrect.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date entries.
  System Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the system that lead to incorrect date handling.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the effective start and end dates in the record that triggered the error. Ensure that the end date is not earlier than