How To Fix FKK_CM176 - Start date of validity not allowed to be after end of validity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_CM -

• Message number: 176

• Message text: Start date of validity not allowed to be after end of validity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_CM176 - Start date of validity not allowed to be after end of validity ?

  The SAP error message FKK_CM176 indicates that there is an issue with the validity dates in a contract or a condition record in the SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the start date of validity is set to a date that is after the end date of validity, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises from one of the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The user may have mistakenly entered the start date after the end date when creating or modifying a contract or condition record.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or manually uploaded, there may have been errors in the date formats or values.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the validity periods in the system settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FKK_CM176 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dates: Review the start and end dates in the relevant contract or condition record. Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date.
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., contract management or condition records) and verify the dates.
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the start date is indeed after the end date, correct the dates accordingly.
  
  Change the start date to a date that is before the end date.
  
  
  
  Review Related Records: If the error persists, check if there are related records or dependencies that might be causing the issue. Ensure that all related entries have valid date ranges.
  
  
  Data Migration Review: If the issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that date formats and values were correctly handled.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the validity periods or how to set them correctly, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary corrections, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like FK01 (Create Contract), FK02 (Change Contract), or others related to contract management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling validity dates.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to contracts or condition records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FKK_CM176 error and ensure that the validity dates are set correctly in your SAP system.