How To Fix CRM_MKTPL_AGR018 - Enter an end date for the agreement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPL_AGR -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Enter an end date for the agreement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_AGR018 - Enter an end date for the agreement ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_AGR018, which states "Enter an end date for the agreement," typically occurs in the context of creating or modifying marketing agreements in SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management). This error indicates that the system requires an end date to be specified for the agreement you are trying to create or update.
  Cause:
  
  Missing End Date: The most common cause of this error is that the end date field for the marketing agreement has not been filled in. In SAP, certain fields are mandatory, and the end date is one of them for marketing agreements.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that enforce the requirement for an end date.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the end date due to oversight or misunderstanding of the required fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter an End Date: The simplest solution is to navigate to the agreement creation or modification screen and enter a valid end date in the designated field. Ensure that the end date is later than the start date.
  Check Field Settings: If you believe the end date should not be mandatory, check the field settings in the configuration. This may require access to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and the relevant settings for marketing agreements.
  Review Documentation: Consult the SAP documentation or help files related to marketing agreements to ensure that you are following the correct process for entering agreements.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you believe it is a system error, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CRMD_ORDER for managing marketing agreements.
  Field Definitions: Understand the definitions and requirements of the fields in the marketing agreement screen to avoid similar errors in the future.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in creating or managing marketing agreements are adequately trained on the required fields and processes to minimize errors.
  
  By addressing the missing end date and ensuring proper input, you should be able to resolve the CRM_MKTPL_AGR018 error effectively.