How To Fix CMCB_MSG012 - Enter a valid cycle end date

CMCB_MSG012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMCB_MSG - Cash Budgeting Message Class

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Enter a valid cycle end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMCB_MSG012 - Enter a valid cycle end date ?

  The SAP error message CMCB_MSG012, which states "Enter a valid cycle end date," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cycles in cost planning or allocation processes. This error indicates that the system requires a valid date for the end of a cycle, and the date provided is either missing, incorrectly formatted, or not within an acceptable range.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Date: The cycle end date field may be left blank.
  Incorrect Format: The date may not be in the expected format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  Invalid Date: The date entered may not be a valid calendar date (e.g., February 30).
  Date Range Issues: The date may fall outside of the permissible range for the cycle, such as being in the past or beyond the fiscal year.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the dates that can be entered.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input: Ensure that the cycle