How To Fix FKKVT_INVALID018 - Contract end cannot be changed at time of activation

FKKVT_INVALID018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKVT_INVALID - Error category "invalid"

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Contract end cannot be changed at time of activation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKVT_INVALID018 - Contract end cannot be changed at time of activation ?

  The SAP error message FKKVT_INVALID018 indicates that there is an issue with changing the end date of a contract at the time of activation. This error typically arises in the context of contract management within the SAP Convergent Charging or Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) modules.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to activate a contract that has an end date that cannot be modified at the time of activation.
  The contract is in a status that does not allow changes to the end date.
  There may be dependencies or conditions set in the system that restrict changes to the contract's end date during the activation process.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Status: Ensure that the contract is in a status that allows for changes. If the contract is already activated or in a finalized state, you may need to revert it to a draft or editable state.
  
  
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