How To Fix CRM_C3SALES009 - Validity per.end (&1) specified is earlier than validity per.start (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_C3SALES - Messages for C3SALES

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Validity per.end (&1) specified is earlier than validity per.start (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_C3SALES009 - Validity per.end (&1) specified is earlier than validity per.start (&2) ?

  The SAP error message CRM_C3SALES009 indicates that there is a problem with the validity period of a sales document or related data in the SAP CRM system. Specifically, the error states that the end date of the validity period is earlier than the start date, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The user may have inadvertently entered an end date that is earlier than the start date when creating or modifying a sales document, pricing condition, or other related data.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been bulk uploads, there may be inconsistencies in the date fields.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of validity periods in the system that lead to incorrect date handling.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Date Entries:
  
  Review the validity period fields in the document or data entry screen where the error occurred.
  Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date. If not, correct the dates accordingly.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  If the error arises from a bulk upload or data migration, validate the data to ensure that all date entries are correct.
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant database tables for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings related to validity periods in the SAP CRM system. This may involve consulting with a functional consultant or checking the customizing settings in SPRO.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, test the changes by attempting to save or process the document again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CRM_ORDER for sales order processing or CRMD_ORDER for managing CRM orders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to the sales documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the error message CRM_C3SALES009 in your SAP system.