How To Fix FTR_TRES026 - Contract date is after start of term

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_TRES -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Contract date is after start of term

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_TRES026 - Contract date is after start of term ?

  The SAP error message FTR_TRES026 indicates that there is a mismatch between the contract date and the start date of the term in a financial transaction, typically related to treasury or financial contracts. This error usually occurs when the contract date is set to a date that is later than the start date of the term, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The contract date has been entered incorrectly, and it is later than the start date of the term.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date fields.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce strict date validation rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the contract date and the start date of the term. Ensure that the contract date is on or before the start date of the term.
  Correct the Entry: If the contract date is incorrect, update it to a valid date that is not after the start date of the term.
  Review Data Migration: If this error arose after a data migration, check the source data for inconsistencies and correct them in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for handling contract dates and terms to ensure compliance with business rules.
  Configuration Review: If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review any settings that might be causing this validation error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FTR_EDIT or FTR_CREATE to edit or create financial transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to contract dates and terms in the system.
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the error does not recur and that the transaction processes correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FTR_TRES026 error and ensure that your contract dates align correctly with the term start dates.