How To Fix FM_MEASURE020 - Expiration date must be in the validity period for the funded program

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM_MEASURE - FM Measure

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Expiration date must be in the validity period for the funded program

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FM_MEASURE020 - Expiration date must be in the validity period for the funded program ?

  The SAP error message FM_MEASURE020 indicates that the expiration date you are trying to enter for a funded program does not fall within the validity period of that program. This error typically occurs in the context of Funds Management (FM) in SAP, where you are managing budgets and funding programs.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Expiration Date: The expiration date you are trying to set is either before the start date or after the end date of the funded program's validity period.
  Program Configuration: The funded program may have specific validity dates set in its configuration, and the date you are trying to use does not comply with these settings.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the dates, leading to an invalid combination.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Period: Review the funded program's configuration to determine its validity period. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., FM program management) and checking the start and end dates.
  Adjust Expiration Date: Modify the expiration date you are trying to enter so that it falls within the established validity period of the funded program.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the validity dates or how to adjust them, refer to your organization's documentation or consult with a colleague who is familiar with the Funds Management module.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the funded program or its expiration date. If not, you may need to contact your system administrator or a user with the appropriate authorization.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing funds, such as:
  
  FMAVCR01: Display budget consumption
  FMBB: Change budget
  FMX1: Create or change funded program
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address specific issues.
  Training: Consider undergoing training on SAP Funds Management if you frequently encounter issues or need to manage funded programs effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FM_MEASURE020 error and successfully enter the expiration date for the funded program.