How To Fix FKKVT_ILLEGAL_STATE013 - ID &1, type &2, group &3 valid before the start of the contract (&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKVT_ILLEGAL_STATE - Error category "illegalState"

• Message number: 013

• Message text: ID &1, type &2, group &3 valid before the start of the contract (&4)

What causes this issue?

For ID &V1&, type &V2&, group &V3&, you have entered a point in time for
the <LS>valid-from</> that is earlier than the contract start (&V4&).

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?

Correct the <LS>valid-from</> of the ID.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKVT_ILLEGAL_STATE013 - ID &1, type &2, group &3 valid before the start of the contract (&4) ?

  The SAP error message FKKVT_ILLEGAL_STATE013 typically occurs in the context of contract management within the SAP system, particularly in the area of contract billing or contract processing. This error indicates that there is an illegal state related to the contract's validity period.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when there is an attempt to process a contract that is not valid yet. Specifically, it suggests that the operation being performed (such as billing or contract activation) is being attempted before the contract's start date. The parameters in the error message provide additional context:
  
  ID &1: Identifier of the contract or transaction.
  Type &2: Type of the contract or transaction.
  Group &3: Grouping related to the contract.
  Valid before the start of the contract (&4): Indicates the start date of the contract.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Dates: Verify the start date of the contract. Ensure that the operation you are trying to perform is scheduled to occur after the contract's start date.
  
  
  Adjust Processing Date: If you are trying to execute a transaction (like billing) that is scheduled before the contract's start date, adjust the processing date to a time that is valid according to the contract's terms.
  
  
  Review Contract Configuration: Ensure that the contract is correctly configured and that all necessary prerequisites are met before attempting to process it.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for contract management to ensure compliance with the expected processes.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to contract management, such as FKKCONTR for contract management or FKKOP for contract processing.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to perform actions on the contract.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.