How To Fix FVD_UI_CONTAB013 - Valid To date must be after Valid From date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_UI_CONTAB - Messages for Maintenance of Condition Table

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Valid To date must be after Valid From date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_UI_CONTAB013 - Valid To date must be after Valid From date ?

  The SAP error message FVD_UI_CONTAB013 indicates that there is an issue with the date fields in a transaction or configuration related to the financial services module, specifically in the context of contract management or similar functionalities. The error message states that the "Valid To" date must be after the "Valid From" date, which means that the system has detected that the end date of a validity period is not set correctly in relation to the start date.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The user may have entered the "Valid To" date as the same as or earlier than the "Valid From" date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date fields.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the contract or validity periods that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the entries for "Valid From" and "Valid To" dates. Ensure that the "Valid To" date is set to a date that is after the "Valid From" date.
  Correct the Dates: If the dates are incorrect, update the "Valid To" date to a valid date that is after the "Valid From" date.
  Validation Logic: If this error occurs frequently, consider implementing validation logic in the user interface or during data entry to prevent incorrect date entries.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to the contract or validity periods to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like FVD1, FVD2, or others related to contract management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Documentation: Refer to the user documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected behavior of date fields.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them in production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the date fields are correctly configured.