How To Fix CRM_FS_CHANGE129 - The effective date is later than the old EOL date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_FS_CHANGE - Messages for Changes to Leases

• Message number: 129

• Message text: The effective date is later than the old EOL date

What causes this issue?

You have selected an effective date at item level for change process
&V1& that is after the end date of the old financing item. This is not
possible for the selected process.

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 equal to or earlier than the end date
of the old financing item.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_FS_CHANGE129 - The effective date is later than the old EOL date ?

  The SAP error message CRM_FS_CHANGE129, which states "The effective date is later than the old EOL date," typically occurs in the context of managing product lifecycle data, particularly when dealing with End of Life (EOL) dates for products or services in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to change or update a product's effective date to a date that is later than its previously defined End of Life (EOL) date. The EOL date indicates when a product is no longer supported or available for sale, and the system enforces this rule to maintain data integrity and ensure that no future changes can be made to a product that is already considered obsolete.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Current EOL Date: Review the current EOL date for the product in question. You can do this by navigating to the product's details in the SAP CRM system.
  
  
  Adjust the Effective Date: If the effective date you are trying to set is indeed later than the EOL date, you will need to either:
  
  Change the effective date to a date that is earlier than or equal to the EOL date.
  If you need to set a new effective date that is later than the current EOL date, you may need to first update the EOL date to a later date that accommodates your changes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders: If the EOL date needs to be changed, consult with relevant stakeholders (such as product management or business owners) to ensure that the new EOL date aligns with business strategies and product lifecycle management.
  
  
  Update the Product Lifecycle Data: Once you have the correct dates, update the product lifecycle data accordingly in the SAP system.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the product data is correctly updated.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Product Lifecycle Management (PLM): Understanding the principles of PLM can help in managing product data effectively, including EOL dates.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for CRM and product management for detailed guidelines on managing product lifecycle data.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to product data in the SAP system, as some changes may be restricted based on user roles.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide further assistance.