How To Fix CRMS4_PS_GROSS133 - Calculation period must start after &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRMS4_PS_GROSS - Gross Entitlement and Payment

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Calculation period must start after &1

What causes this issue?

In the given scenario (SXP object ID &V3&), a follow-up social service
plan (SSP) with a new transaction type was used.
Ensure that the follow-up SSP (SXP version ID &V4&) does not contain any
entitlement items referring to a past period of time. In this case, the
calculation period of the actual gross payment document (GPD) starts
before the break-date &V1&, and thus may contain past items.

System Response

Processing is stopped.

How to fix this error?

Change the decision period so that the gross payment calculation period
start is later than &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRMS4_PS_GROSS133 - Calculation period must start after &1 ?

  The SAP error message CRMS4_PS_GROSS133 indicates that there is an issue with the calculation period defined in a particular process, likely related to project systems or sales and distribution within the SAP CRM module. The message specifically states that the calculation period must start after a certain date (represented by &1).
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The start date of the calculation period is set to a date that is earlier than the allowed date, which could be the current date or another relevant date in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the dates in the relevant transaction or configuration settings.
  Business Logic Constraints: The system may have business rules that prevent certain calculations from being performed if the dates do not meet specific criteria.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Dates: Review the dates entered for the calculation period. Ensure that the start date is set to a date that is after the date indicated by &1 in the error message.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the dates are part of a configuration setting, navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP and adjust the dates accordingly.
  
  
  Review Related Transactions: If this error occurs during a specific transaction, check the transaction data for any incorrect date entries. Correct any discrepancies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the calculation periods relevant to your business processes.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may need to look into specific transaction codes related to project systems (like CJ20N) or sales and distribution (like VA01).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the configuration or transaction data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the CRMS4_PS_GROSS133 error message.