How To Fix CRM_PROVIDER093 - Contract start must not be changed

CRM_PROVIDER093 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_PROVIDER -

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Contract start must not be changed

What causes this issue?

Contract start must not be changed for existing contracts.

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?

The valid contract start is &V1&. Enter a valid contract start date.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CRM_PROVIDER093 - Details

• The SAP error message CRM_PROVIDER093, which states "Contract start must not be changed," typically occurs in the context of contract management within the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module. This error indicates that there is an attempt to change the start date of a contract that is not allowed due to certain business rules or system configurations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Business Rules: The system may have business rules in place that prevent changes to the start date of a contract once it has been created or activated. This is often to maintain the integrity of contract terms and conditions.
  Contract Status: If the contract is in a certain status (e.g., active, completed), the system may restrict changes to critical fields like the start date.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the contract that prevent changes, such as linked documents, billing schedules, or other contractual obligations.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may have been set to disallow changes