ECRM_ISU102 - Contract end (&1) must be later than time slice start date (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECRM_ISU - Messages for IS-U Contract

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Contract end (&1) must be later than time slice start date (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECRM_ISU102 - Contract end (&1) must be later than time slice start date (&2) ?

  The SAP error message ECRM_ISU102 indicates that there is a problem with the contract end date in relation to the time slice start date. Specifically, the error states that the contract end date must be later than the time slice start date. This typically occurs in the context of contract management within the SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) module.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following conditions:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The contract end date is set to a date that is earlier than or the same as the time slice start date.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of a contract, the user may have inadvertently entered the dates incorrectly.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with how the system is configured to handle contract dates and time slices.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Dates:
  
  Navigate to the contract in question and verify the contract end date.
  Ensure that the contract end date is set to a date that is later than the time slice start date.
  
  
  
  Modify Dates:
  
  If the contract end date is incorrect, update it to a valid date that meets the requirement.
  Save the changes and try to process the contract again.
  
  
  
  Review Time Slice Configuration:
  
  Check the time slice settings in the system to ensure they are configured correctly.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on contract management and time slices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ECRM for contract management and ISU for utilities.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to modify contract details.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further investigation.