How To Fix CRM_R3_PO027 - End of validity period missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_R3_PO - Messages for Distribution of Purchase Contracts to R/3

• Message number: 027

• Message text: End of validity period missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_R3_PO027 - End of validity period missing ?

  The SAP error message CRM_R3_PO027, which states "End of validity period missing," typically occurs in the context of managing purchase orders or contracts within the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. This error indicates that a validity period has not been defined for a particular item or condition, which is necessary for the system to process the transaction correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing End Date: The most common cause of this error is that the end date for a validity period has not been specified for a pricing condition or a contract item.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the pricing procedure or the condition records in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: During the creation or modification of a purchase order or contract, the user may have inadvertently left the end date field blank.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the relevant purchase order or contract to ensure that all items have a defined start and end date for their validity periods. If the end date is missing, you should enter the appropriate date.
  Update Condition Records: If the error is related to pricing conditions, navigate to the condition records and ensure that all necessary validity periods are correctly defined.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, check the configuration of the pricing procedure in the SAP system. Ensure that all required fields are set up correctly and that there are no missing entries in the configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing validity periods in your version of SAP CRM.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering validity periods when creating or modifying purchase orders and contracts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or CRMD_ORDER (Manage CRM Orders) to access and modify the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.