How To Fix FAA_CFG_CHECK006 - CoCode &1, area &2: The start date is later than the end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_CFG_CHECK - Message Class for consistency check of CFG objects

• Message number: 006

• Message text: CoCode &1, area &2: The start date is later than the end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_CFG_CHECK006 - CoCode &1, area &2: The start date is later than the end date ?

  The SAP error message FAA_CFG_CHECK006 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the asset accounting module, specifically concerning the date settings for a company code (CoCode) and an area. The message states that the start date is later than the end date, which is not valid for the configuration of asset areas.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The start date for an asset area is set after the end date, which creates a logical inconsistency.
  Data Entry Error: During the configuration of asset areas, the dates may have been entered incorrectly.
  Changes in Configuration: If there were recent changes made to the asset area settings, it could lead to this error if the dates were not updated accordingly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAA_CFG_CHECK006 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the asset accounting module in SAP.
  Go to the transaction code OAYZ (for Asset Area Configuration).
  Select the relevant company code and asset area.
  Verify the start and end dates for the asset area configuration.
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If you find that the start date is indeed later than the end date, correct the dates to ensure that the start date is earlier than or equal to the end date.
  Save the changes after making the necessary corrections.
  
  
  
  Review Related Asset Transactions:
  
  Check if there are any asset transactions that might be affected by the date configuration. Ensure that all transactions align with the corrected date settings.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, test the configuration by trying to create or modify an asset in the affected area to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct date settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance on the appropriate configuration for your specific business requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAYZ (Asset Area Configuration) and AS01 (Create Asset) to navigate through the asset accounting settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset accounting configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAA_CFG_CHECK006 error and ensure that your asset accounting configuration is set up correctly.