How To Fix CRM_FS_CHANGE161 - Term not possible; the old end of lease must be retained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_FS_CHANGE - Messages for Changes to Leases

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Term not possible; the old end of lease must be retained

What causes this issue?

You have specified &V2& &V3& as the term at item level for the change
process with number &V1&. For the specified start date, the term must be
&V4& &V3& (taking the interim period into account).
According to the Customizing settings for change processes, this term is
not possible.

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?

Change either the start date or term so that the start date + interim
period + term is equal to the term of the old contract.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_FS_CHANGE161 - Term not possible; the old end of lease must be retained ?

  The SAP error message CRM_FS_CHANGE161 indicates that there is an issue with changing a lease contract in the SAP system, specifically related to the end of lease date. The message states that the "old end of lease must be retained," which typically means that the system is enforcing a rule that prevents the modification of the end date of a lease contract under certain conditions.
  Cause:
  
  Lease Contract Rules: The system has specific rules regarding the modification of lease contracts. If the end date of the lease is being changed, it may violate these rules, especially if there are financial transactions or dependencies tied to the original end date.
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions or postings that are linked to the lease contract, which require the original end date to remain unchanged.
  Contract Status: The status of the lease contract may not allow for changes to be made. For example, if the contract is already in a finalized state or has been posted to accounting, changes may be restricted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Lease Contract: Check the lease contract for any open transactions or dependencies that may be preventing the change. Ensure that there are no financial postings or related documents that rely on the original end date.
  Contract Status: Verify the status of the lease contract. If it is in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to change the status or create a new contract.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or configuration settings related to lease management to understand the rules governing changes to lease contracts.
  Use a New Contract: If changing the end date is not possible due to system restrictions, consider creating a new lease contract with the desired end date and transferring any relevant information from the old contract.
  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 configuration and business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context on lease management in your version of SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to lease management, such as CRM_FS_CONTRACT for contract management, to better navigate and manage lease contracts.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to lease contracts, as restrictions may be in place based on user roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.