How To Fix CMS_CAG204 - Collateral agreement valid-to date must be later than valid-from date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_CAG - Message Class for Collateral Agreement

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Collateral agreement valid-to date must be later than valid-from date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_CAG204 - Collateral agreement valid-to date must be later than valid-from date ?

  The SAP error message CMS_CAG204 indicates that there is an issue with the dates specified in a collateral agreement. Specifically, the "valid-to" date must be later than the "valid-from" date. This error typically arises when creating or modifying a collateral agreement in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The "valid-from" date is set to a date that is equal to or later than the "valid-to" date.
  This can happen due to user input errors, such as entering the dates incorrectly or misunderstanding the date fields.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Dates: Review the "valid-from" and "valid-to" dates in the collateral agreement.
  Adjust the Dates: Ensure that the "valid-to" date is set to a date that is later than the "valid-from" date. For example, if the "valid-from" date is set to January 1, 2023, the "valid-to" date should be set to any date after January 1, 2023 (e.g., January 2, 2023, or later).
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes to the collateral agreement.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Date Format: Ensure that the date format used is consistent with the system settings (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY).
  Validation Rules: Familiarize yourself with any business rules or validation checks that may be in place regarding collateral agreements in your organization.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's SAP support resources for more detailed information on collateral agreements and date handling.
  
  If the issue persists after correcting the dates, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or check for any additional configuration settings that might be affecting the collateral agreement processing.