How To Fix CRMS4_SOM_PROD_BO035 - Discount '&1': Valid from date is earlier than valid to date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRMS4_SOM_PROD_BO - Messages for BO Subscription Product Specification

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Discount '&1': Valid from date is earlier than valid to date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRMS4_SOM_PROD_BO035 - Discount '&1': Valid from date is earlier than valid to date ?

  The SAP error message CRMS4_SOM_PROD_BO035 indicates that there is an issue with the discount validity dates in the system. Specifically, the error states that the "Valid from date" is earlier than the "Valid to date," which is logically incorrect. This typically occurs in the context of pricing and discount management within SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) or SAP S/4HANA.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the user has entered the "Valid from" date as being earlier than the "Valid to" date for a discount record.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been bulk uploads, there may be inconsistencies in the date entries.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of discount conditions or pricing procedures that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Discount Records: Review the discount record in question. Ensure that the "Valid from" date is set correctly and is earlier than the "Valid to" date.
  
  Navigate to the relevant discount condition in the SAP system.
  Verify the dates and make corrections as necessary.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: If the error arises from a bulk upload or data migration, validate the data for all discount records to ensure that the dates are correctly set.
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the underlying database tables for discount conditions.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to pricing and discounts in the SAP system. Ensure that there are no conflicting settings that could lead to this error.
  
  Check the pricing procedure and condition types to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to pricing and discount management for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or quality environment before applying them to production to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition) for managing discount conditions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address known issues related to discount validity dates.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to create or modify discount records, as this can sometimes lead to errors if permissions are lacking.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CRMS4_SOM_PROD_BO035 and ensure that discount records are correctly configured in your SAP system.