How To Fix FKKVT_INVALID044 - The contract has to begin on or before the validity time (&1 &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKVT_INVALID - Error category "invalid"

• Message number: 044

• Message text: The contract has to begin on or before the validity time (&1 &2)

What causes this issue?

You have entered a contract start that lies after the change date
entered on the initial screen. The change date is not allowed to be
outside of the validity period of the contract.

System Response

The system sets the contract start to the change date.

How to fix this error?

If you want to enter an earlier contract start than the change date, go
back to the initial screen and adjust the change date.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKVT_INVALID044 - The contract has to begin on or before the validity time (&1 &2) ?

  The SAP error message FKKVT_INVALID044 indicates that there is an issue with the validity period of a contract in the SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the contract must begin on or before the specified validity time. This typically occurs in the context of contract management or billing processes within the SAP system, particularly in the SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CC) or SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (SAP FI-CA) modules.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The start date of the contract is set to a date that is after the validity time specified in the system.
  There may be a mismatch between the contract's validity period and the transaction date or the date of the billing document.
  The contract may not be properly configured or may have been incorrectly entered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Dates:
  
  Review the start date of the contract and ensure it is set to a date that is on or before the validity time indicated in the error message.
  If necessary, adjust the start date of the contract to align with the validity time.
  
  
  
  Review Validity Period:
  
  Check the validity period settings in the contract. Ensure that the validity period is correctly defined and that it encompasses the intended transaction dates.
  
  
  
  Transaction Date:
  
  Verify the date of the transaction or billing document that is causing the error. Ensure that it falls within the validity period of the contract.
  
  
  
  Contract Configuration:
  
  If the contract is part of a larger configuration (e.g., pricing, billing plans), ensure that all related settings are consistent and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on contract management and validity periods to ensure compliance with system requirements.
  
  
  
  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: You may need to use transaction codes such as FKK_CONTRACT to view and edit contracts or FBL1N for vendor line items if applicable.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to contract validity errors.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and edit contracts in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FKKVT_INVALID044 error message.