How To Fix FTOE_CORE087 - End of validity period must be before &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTOE_CORE -

• Message number: 087

• Message text: End of validity period must be before &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTOE_CORE087 - End of validity period must be before &1 ?

  The SAP error message FTOE_CORE087 indicates that there is an issue with the validity period of a certain object, typically related to financial transactions or master data. The message states that the "end of validity period must be before &1," where &1 represents a specific date or timestamp.
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs when you are trying to enter or modify a record (such as a contract, pricing condition, or master data) where the end date of the validity period is set to a date that is not before the specified date (&1). This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The end date has been entered incorrectly, either manually or through a data upload.
  System Configuration: The system may have specific rules or configurations that enforce validity periods, and the entered dates do not comply with these rules.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the validity dates may not have been set correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Dates: Review the validity period you are trying to set. Ensure that the end date is indeed before the date indicated by &1. Adjust the end date accordingly.
  
  
  Review Business Rules: Check if there are any specific business rules or configurations in your SAP system that dictate how validity periods should be set. Make sure your entries comply with these rules.
  
  
  Data Validation: If you are uploading data, ensure that the data being uploaded has been validated for correct date formats and logical consistency.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on setting validity periods for the type of object you are working with.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the entry again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be working in various transaction codes such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), or others related to financial transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are documented in SAP Notes.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the records you are working with, as restrictions can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.