How To Fix CRM_LEASING_CHANGE177 - Enter the exercise date of the option as the start date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_LEASING_CHANGE - Messages for Changes to Leases

• Message number: 177

• Message text: Enter the exercise date of the option as the start date

What causes this issue?

You entered &V2& as the start date for change process &V1& at item
level. The item to be executed (GUID &V4&) is an option, however.
Options have a fixed start date. The start date of this option is &V3&.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_LEASING_CHANGE177 - Enter the exercise date of the option as the start date ?

  The SAP error message CRM_LEASING_CHANGE177 typically occurs in the context of leasing contracts within the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module. This error indicates that the exercise date of an option (such as a purchase option or lease extension) must be set as the start date for the contract or transaction you are trying to process.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The exercise date of the option is not correctly set or is missing.
  The start date of the leasing contract does not match the exercise date of the option.
  There may be a logical inconsistency in the data entered, such as the exercise date being set in the future or before the start date of the contract.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Exercise Date: Ensure that the exercise date of the option is correctly entered. It should be a valid date that makes sense in the context of the leasing contract.
  
  
  Set the Start Date: If the exercise date is valid, make sure to set the start date of the leasing contract to match the exercise date. This can usually be done in the contract details or the relevant transaction screen.
  
  
  Review Contract Details: Go through the entire leasing contract to ensure that all dates (start date, end date, exercise date) are logically consistent and correctly filled out.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates or how to enter them, refer to the SAP documentation or user manuals related to leasing contracts in CRM.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP CRM that deal with leasing contracts, such as CRM_LEASING or CRM_CONTRACT.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to leasing contracts in the system.
  Training: If you are new to SAP CRM, consider undergoing training specific to leasing and contract management to better understand how to navigate and resolve issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your leasing contract processing in SAP CRM.