How To Fix CRM_CANCEL426 - The latest date of receipt is before the contract start date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_CANCEL - Message class for cancellation set

• Message number: 426

• Message text: The latest date of receipt is before the contract start date

What causes this issue?

A latest entry date has been determined or entered that lies before the
contract start date.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_CANCEL426 - The latest date of receipt is before the contract start date ?

  The SAP error message CRM_CANCEL426 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the dates specified in a contract or order. Specifically, it means that the latest date of receipt (which could refer to a delivery date, service date, or similar) is set to a date that is earlier than the contract's start date. This situation is not permissible because it implies that a service or delivery is expected before the contract is officially in effect.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The latest date of receipt may have been entered incorrectly, either manually or through a data import.
  Contract Configuration: The contract may have been configured with an incorrect start date.
  System Settings: There may be system settings or rules that enforce date relationships that are not being adhered to.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the contract details and verify the start date and the latest date of receipt. Ensure that the latest date of receipt is on or