How To Fix CACSTGT274 - Effective end &1 must be after period end &2

CACSTGT274 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSTGT - Commissions: Target Agreements

• Message number: 274

• Message text: Effective end &1 must be after period end &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSTGT274 - Effective end &1 must be after period end &2 ?

  The SAP error message CACSTGT274 indicates that there is a problem with the effective end date of a certain record or entry in relation to the period end date. Specifically, the error states that the effective end date (&1) must be after the period end date (&2). This typically occurs in contexts where date ranges are being defined, such as in master data maintenance, planning, or configuration settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  Date Configuration Error: The effective end date you are trying to set is earlier than or the same as the period end date. This can happen if you are trying to create or modify a record that has a defined validity period.
  Data Entry Mistake: There may have been a typographical error when entering the dates.
  System Logic: The system enforces rules that require the effective end date to always be after the period end date to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the effective end