How To Fix FMEUFCST001 - Payment start date of &1 is before the start date of operation &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMEUFCST - Customizable Messages for Expenditure Certification

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Payment start date of &1 is before the start date of operation &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMEUFCST001 - Payment start date of &1 is before the start date of operation &2 ?

  The SAP error message FMEUFCST001 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the payment start date and the start date of the operation in the system. Specifically, it means that the payment start date you are trying to enter is earlier than the start date of the operation, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The payment start date has been entered incorrectly, and it is set to a date that is before the operation's start date.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that enforce date constraints, leading to this error.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Verify the payment start date and the operation start date. Ensure that the payment start date is on or after the operation start date.
  Adjust Dates: If the payment start date is indeed incorrect, adjust it to a valid date that meets the requirement.
  Review Configuration: If you suspect that the issue is due to configuration, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the settings related to payment processing and operations.
  Data Validation: If this error arises during data migration, ensure that the data being imported adheres to the date constraints set in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FMEU (for payment processing) or FBL1N (for vendor line items) to review the relevant entries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on payment processing and operational date management to understand the business rules that govern these dates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the payment start date aligns correctly with the operation start date.