How To Fix CRMS4_PS_TOOLS026 - Invalid period from &1 to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRMS4_PS_TOOLS - Message Class for Periods & Due Date Tools

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Invalid period from &1 to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRMS4_PS_TOOLS026 - Invalid period from &1 to &2 ?

  The SAP error message CRMS4_PS_TOOLS026 indicates that there is an issue with the time period specified in a particular operation, typically related to project management or planning within the SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system. The message states "Invalid period from &1 to &2," where &1 and &2 represent the start and end dates of the period in question.
  Cause:
  
  Date Format Issues: The dates provided may not be in the correct format or may not be recognized by the system.
  Invalid Date Range: The start date (&1) may be later than the end date (&2), which is logically incorrect.
  Calendar Settings: The dates may fall outside of the defined working calendar or planning periods in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the date fields, leading to invalid entries.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured to allow the specified date range due to business rules or settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Verify that the start and end dates are entered correctly and that the start date is earlier than the end date.
  Format Verification: Ensure that the dates are in the correct format as expected by the SAP system.
  Review Calendar Settings: Check the working calendar and planning periods in the system to ensure that the specified dates fall within valid ranges.
  Correct Data Entry: If there are any typographical errors, correct them and try again.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant SAP documentation or configuration settings that may affect date handling in your specific implementation.
  Testing: If possible, test with different date ranges to identify if the issue persists with other valid dates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as CRMD_ORDER for managing CRM orders or CJ20N for project management.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to the specified dates.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CRMS4_PS_TOOLS026 error message in your SAP system.