How To Fix CRM_FS_CHANGE169 - The valid-from date must be earlier than the valid-to date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_FS_CHANGE - Messages for Changes to Leases

• Message number: 169

• Message text: The valid-from date must be earlier than the valid-to date

What causes this issue?

For the change structure at header level with the number &V1&, you have
specified a valid-from date that is greater than the valid-to date. This
is not allowed.

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_FS_CHANGE169 - The valid-from date must be earlier than the valid-to date ?

  The SAP error message CRM_FS_CHANGE169 indicates that there is an issue with the date fields in a transaction or document related to the CRM (Customer Relationship Management) module. Specifically, it states that the "valid-from" date must be earlier than the "valid-to" date. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a record that has date validity periods, such as pricing conditions, contracts, or service agreements.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered a "valid-from" date that is equal to or later than the "valid-to" date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date fields.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the system that enforce this rule, and any violation will trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Fields: Review the "valid-from" and "valid-to" date fields in the transaction. Ensure that the "valid-from" date is