How To Fix CMAC_FEE_CALC202 - Complete period indicator is set; leave the end date field empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMAC_FEE_CALC - Messages for Student Accounting

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Complete period indicator is set; leave the end date field empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMAC_FEE_CALC202 - Complete period indicator is set; leave the end date field empty ?

  The SAP error message CMAC_FEE_CALC202 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a fee calculation process, specifically related to the "Complete period indicator" being set while the end date field is left empty. This error typically arises in the context of fee management or contract management within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The "Complete period indicator" is activated, which implies that the system expects a complete period to be defined for the fee calculation.
  The end date field is left empty, which means the system does not have a defined end date to calculate the fees for the specified period.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for fee calculation in SAP.
  Verify if the "Complete period indicator" is necessary for your specific scenario. If it is not required, consider deactivating it.
  
  
  
  Provide End Date:
  
  If the "Complete period indicator" must remain active, ensure that you provide a valid end date in the relevant field. This will allow the system to calculate fees for the complete period as expected.
  
  
  
  Review Related Data:
  
  Check other related fields and settings in the fee calculation configuration to ensure that all required data is correctly filled out.
  Ensure that the start date and any other relevant parameters are also correctly set.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on fee calculation settings and requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run of the fee calculation to ensure that the error is resolved and that the calculations are performed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration or CMAC for fee management to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.