How To Fix FTR_GUI718 - &1 End of term for transaction &2 lies before start of term &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_GUI - TR Transaction Management

• Message number: 718

• Message text: &1 End of term for transaction &2 lies before start of term &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_GUI718 - &1 End of term for transaction &2 lies before start of term &3 ?

  The SAP error message FTR_GUI718 indicates that there is a mismatch in the term dates for a financial transaction. Specifically, the error message states that the end of the term for a transaction lies before the start of the term, which is logically incorrect.
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as derivatives or other financial instruments, where the start and end dates of the transaction are defined. The error arises when:
  
  The end date of the transaction is set to a date that is earlier than the start date.
  There may be data entry errors or incorrect configurations in the transaction setup.
  The transaction might have been modified incorrectly, leading to an inconsistency in the date fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transaction Dates:
  
  Navigate to the transaction in question (identified by the transaction number in the error message).
  Verify the start date and end date of