How To Fix CMS_LIQ001 - Enter liquidation end date later than start date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_LIQ - Liquidation

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Enter liquidation end date later than start date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_LIQ001 - Enter liquidation end date later than start date ?

  The SAP error message CMS_LIQ001 indicates that there is an issue with the liquidation process in the SAP system, specifically that the liquidation end date must be later than the liquidation start date. This error typically occurs in the context of managing financial transactions, such as in the Contract Management System (CMS) or similar modules where liquidation dates are relevant.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the user attempts to enter a liquidation end date that is either the same as or earlier than the liquidation start date. This is logically incorrect because the end date must always follow the start date in any time-based process.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Dates: Review the liquidation start and end dates you have entered. Ensure that the end date is indeed later than the start date.
  
  
  Correct the Dates: If the end date is incorrect, modify it to a date that is after the start date. For example, if the start date is set to January 1, 2023, the end date should be set to any date after that, such as January 2, 2023, or later.
  
  
  Validation: After making the changes, validate the entries to ensure that the error message does not reappear.
  
  
  Save Changes: Once the dates are correctly set, save your changes to proceed with the liquidation process.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Date Format: Ensure that the date format you are using is consistent with the format expected by the SAP system (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY).
  User Permissions: Make sure you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the liquidation dates.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with for additional guidance on handling liquidation processes.
  Support: If you continue to experience issues after correcting the dates, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMS_LIQ001 error and successfully complete the liquidation process.