How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_DB005 - Start date must be earlier than end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_DB - Revenue Accounting - Contract DB Access

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Start date must be earlier than end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_DB005 - Start date must be earlier than end date ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_DB005 indicates that there is an issue with the date configuration in a contract or agreement within the SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the start date must be earlier than the end date. This is a common validation check to ensure that the contract's duration is logically correct.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The start date has been entered as the same as or later than the end date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in date entries.
  User Input Error: Users may inadvertently enter dates incorrectly due to oversight.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Dates:
  
  Navigate to the contract or agreement in question.
  Verify the start date and end date fields.
  Ensure that the start date is indeed earlier than the end date.
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If the start date is later than or the same as the end date, update the dates accordingly.
  Save the changes and try to process the contract again.
  
  
  
  Validation:
  
  After making changes, validate the contract to ensure that no other errors are present.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct dates, refer to any relevant documentation or consult with stakeholders to confirm the intended contract duration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If the issue persists after correcting the dates, consider testing the changes in a development or test environment before applying them in production.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to correctly enter and validate date fields in contracts.
  System Configuration: If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration or validation rules set up for contract management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FARR_CONTRACT_DB005 error and ensure that your contract dates are correctly configured.