How To Fix CRM_POOL_LINK_API106 - The linkage end date is after the contract end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_POOL_LINK_API - Messages API Pool Linkage

• Message number: 106

• Message text: The linkage end date is after the contract end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_POOL_LINK_API106 - The linkage end date is after the contract end date ?

  The SAP error message CRM_POOL_LINK_API106 indicates that there is a mismatch between the linkage end date and the contract end date in the context of contract management within the SAP CRM system. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a linkage (such as a relationship between a contract and another object) and the end date of the linkage exceeds the end date of the associated contract.
  Cause:
  
  Date Mismatch: The linkage end date you are trying to set is later than the contract end date.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The dates may have been entered incorrectly during the creation or modification of the linkage.
  Contract Status: The contract may have already been completed or terminated, making it impossible to extend the linkage beyond its end date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the linkage end date and the contract end date. Ensure that the linkage end date is not later than the contract end date.
  Modify Linkage End Date: If the linkage end date is incorrect, adjust it to be on or before the contract end date.
  Review Contract Details: If necessary, check the contract details to confirm its end date and status. If the contract is still active, you may need to extend the contract end date if business rules allow it.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to your organization's documentation or SAP help resources for specific guidelines on managing linkages and contracts.
  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: You may need to use transaction codes like CRMD_ORDER or CRMD_ORDERADM_H to access and modify contracts and linkages.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Business Processes: Ensure that your business processes align with the configurations in SAP CRM, particularly regarding contract management and linkages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your linkage and contract dates are correctly aligned.