How To Fix FICUSTOM132 - Item's per. of perf. start date &1 cannot be before start date &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Funds Management

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Item's per. of perf. start date &1 cannot be before start date &2

What causes this issue?

The period of performance start date of the item falls after the period
of performance start date of the item of the predecessor sales document.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the value of the period of performance start date of the item of
the predecessor document. Adjust the start date value of the item
accordingly.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICUSTOM132 - Item's per. of perf. start date &1 cannot be before start date &2 ?

  The SAP error message FICUSTOM132 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the performance start date of an item and the overall start date of a related process or contract. Specifically, the error states that the performance start date for an item cannot be earlier than the overall start date.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as contract management or project accounting, where specific items or services have defined performance periods. The error arises when:
  
  The performance start date for an item is set to a date that is earlier than the overall start date of the contract or project.
  There may be incorrect data entry or configuration settings that lead to this inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dates: Review the performance start date of the item and the overall start date of the contract or project. Ensure that the performance start date is not earlier than the overall start date.
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If the performance start date is indeed earlier, you will need to adjust it to a date that is equal to or later than the overall start date.
  
  
  Data Entry: Ensure that data entry is done correctly. If this error occurs frequently, consider reviewing the data entry process to prevent future occurrences.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to contract management or project accounting to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing performance periods and dates.
  
  
  Seek Help: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder), ME23N (Display Purchase Order), or others related to contract management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to make changes to the dates in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.