How To Fix CRM_GAP_GPM_VAL004 - Application end date &1 is outside validity period of program &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_GAP_GPM_VAL - Message class for application

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Application end date &1 is outside validity period of program &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_GAP_GPM_VAL004 - Application end date &1 is outside validity period of program &2 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_GAP_GPM_VAL004 indicates that the application end date specified in a transaction is outside the validity period of the program associated with that transaction. This typically occurs in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when dealing with programs, promotions, or campaigns that have defined validity periods.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Range: The end date you are trying to set for the application is either before the start date or beyond the defined validity period of the program.
  Program Configuration: The program itself may have specific start and end dates that do not encompass the date you are trying to use.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the dates, leading to an invalid range.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Period: Review the validity period of the program (start and end dates) to ensure that the application end date you are trying to set falls within this range.
  Adjust Dates: If the application end date is indeed outside the validity period, adjust it to a date that is within the program's validity.
  Program Configuration: If necessary, modify the program's validity period to include the desired application end date, if that aligns with business requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the relevant SAP documentation or configuration guides for details on how to manage program validity periods.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes in SAP CRM that deal with program management, such as CRMD_ORDER or CRMD_ORDERADM_H.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify program details and validity periods.
  Testing: After making changes, test the transaction again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and proceed with your transaction in SAP CRM.