How To Fix CRM_POOL_LINK_API111 - Linkage end date must be later than linkage start date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_POOL_LINK_API - Messages API Pool Linkage

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Linkage end date must be later than linkage start date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_POOL_LINK_API111 - Linkage end date must be later than linkage start date ?

  The SAP error message CRM_POOL_LINK_API111 indicates that there is an issue with the linkage dates in a CRM (Customer Relationship Management) context. Specifically, the error states that the "linkage end date must be later than the linkage start date." This typically occurs when you are trying to create or update a linkage (such as a relationship between business partners, products, or other entities) and the dates provided do not meet the required criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Input: The end date you have entered is either the same as or earlier than the start date.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error when entering the dates.
  System Logic: The system logic requires that the end date must always be after the start date to maintain the integrity of the data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the linkage start and end dates you have entered. Ensure that the end date is indeed later than the start date.
  Correct Input: If you find that the end date is incorrect, update it to a valid date that is after the start date.
  Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry process to prevent this error from occurring in the future.
  Testing: After making the necessary corrections, try to save or process the linkage again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Date Format: Ensure that the date format you are using is consistent with the system's requirements (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY).
  Business Logic: Understand the business logic behind the linkage to ensure that the dates make sense in the context of the relationship you are trying to establish.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on linkage management in CRM.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the dates, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create or update the linkage in your SAP CRM system.