How To Fix EPS038 - Start date of PS sample line incorrectly determined in event R513

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPS - Payment Scheme

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Start date of PS sample line incorrectly determined in event R513

What causes this issue?

When payment scheme &V1& was adjusted for interim/periodic billing, the
system found that the start date of one or more adjusted sample lines is
earlier than the permitted adjustment date &V2&.

System Response

The payment scheme for contract &V3& is not adjusted. Invoicing for
contract account &V4& is terminated.

How to fix this error?

If you individually define event R513, note that the start date of
individual sample lines cannot be set before adjustment date transferred
to the event.
If you use event R513 as supplied by SAP, make a note this message, the
data and entries that lead to this error and create a problem message.

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 EPS038 - Start date of PS sample line incorrectly determined in event R513 ?

  The SAP error message EPS038, which states "Start date of PS sample line incorrectly determined in event R513," typically occurs in the context of Project System (PS) in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the determination of the start date for a project or a project-related item, often due to inconsistencies in the scheduling or planning data.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The project or network might be incorrectly configured, leading to issues in date determination.
  Missing Dependencies: There may be missing predecessor or successor relationships that are necessary for proper scheduling.
  Invalid Dates: The start or finish dates of tasks or activities may be set incorrectly, leading to conflicts.
  Resource Availability: If resources are not available during the planned dates, it can cause scheduling issues.
  Changes in Project Structure: If there have been recent changes to the project structure or network, it may not have been updated correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Project Configuration: Review the configuration