How To Fix ECON012 - Concession card &1: From-date of first time slice is before 01/01/1900

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECON - Concession

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Concession card &1: From-date of first time slice is before 01/01/1900

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECON012 - Concession card &1: From-date of first time slice is before 01/01/1900 ?

  The SAP error message ECON012 indicates that there is an issue with the date configuration for a concession card in the system. Specifically, the error states that the "From-date of the first time slice is before 01/01/1900." This typically occurs when the system encounters a date that is not valid or is outside the acceptable range for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Entry: The most common cause of this error is that a date has been entered incorrectly, such as a year that is earlier than 1900.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it is possible that some records contain invalid dates.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the expected date formats or ranges.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the concession card data to ensure that all date fields, especially the "From-date" for the first time slice, are set to a valid date (i.e., on or after 01/01/1900).
  Correct Invalid Records: If you find any records with dates before 1900, update them to valid dates.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks to prevent the entry of invalid dates in the future.
  Review Migration Processes: If the issue arose after a data migration, review the migration scripts or processes to ensure that they correctly handle date formats and ranges.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support for specific guidelines on handling concession card data and date formats.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view and edit the relevant database tables where concession card data is stored.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the concession card data.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.