How To Fix CRM_FS_CHANGE124 - Enter a different effective date; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_FS_CHANGE - Messages for Changes to Leases

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Enter a different effective date; see long text

What causes this issue?

This effective date cannot be used for the change process with the
number &V1& at header level because it does not match the billing dates
of the items.

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?

Choose an effective date that is specified as a billing date for all
items.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_FS_CHANGE124 - Enter a different effective date; see long text ?

  The SAP error message CRM_FS_CHANGE124, which states "Enter a different effective date; see long text," typically occurs in the context of managing contracts, agreements, or service orders within the SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system. This error indicates that the effective date you are trying to enter is not valid for the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Date Conflicts: The effective date you are trying to enter may conflict with existing records or business rules. For example, it might fall within a period where changes are not allowed, or it may overlap with another contract or agreement.
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or configurations in place that restrict the effective date to certain ranges or conditions.
  Data Integrity: The system may have integrity checks that prevent overlapping effective dates for certain types of records.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Records: Review existing contracts, agreements, or service orders to see if there are any overlapping effective dates. You may need to adjust the date you are trying to enter.
  Consult Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. This long text may provide specific information about why the date is not acceptable.
  Adjust Effective Date: Try entering a different effective date that does not conflict with existing records or business rules.
  Review Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings related to effective dates in your SAP system. There may be settings that need to be adjusted to allow for the desired date.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on effective dates and any related business processes.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP CRM that deal with contracts and agreements, such as CRMD_ORDER or CRMD_ORDERADM_H.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to effective dates in the system.
  Testing: If possible, test the changes in a development or sandbox environment before applying them to the production system to avoid disruptions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and find a suitable solution.