How To Fix ICL_CLAUSE037 - Validity of clause &1 is outside validity of contract version &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_CLAUSE - Clauses

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Validity of clause &1 is outside validity of contract version &2

What causes this issue?

The validity of clause &V1& is outside the validity of contract version
&V2&.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Change the validity of the clause so that its validity is within the
validity of the contract version.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_CLAUSE037 - Validity of clause &1 is outside validity of contract version &2 ?

  The SAP error message ICL_CLAUSE037 indicates that there is a validity issue with a clause in a contract. Specifically, it means that the validity period of the clause (identified as &1) is outside the validity period of the contract version (identified as &2). This typically occurs in the context of contract management within SAP, particularly in the area of insurance or legal contracts.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Validity Dates: The clause you are trying to use has a validity period that does not align with the validity period of the contract version. For example, if the clause is valid from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023, but the contract version is only valid from March 1, 2023, to February 28, 2024, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Clause Assignment: The clause may have been incorrectly assigned to the contract or may not be applicable for the specific version of the contract.
  Changes in Contract Version: If the contract version has been changed or updated, the clauses associated with it may need to be reviewed and updated accordingly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the validity dates of both the clause and the contract version. Ensure that the clause's validity period falls within the contract's validity period.
  Update Clause Validity: If the clause is supposed to be valid for the duration of the contract, you may need to update the clause's validity dates to match the contract version.
  Reassign Clause: If the clause is not applicable to the current contract version, consider removing it or replacing it with a clause that is valid for the contract's duration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or guidelines for managing clauses and contracts to ensure compliance with the system's requirements.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing contracts and clauses, such as ICL1 for creating contracts or ICL2 for displaying contracts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to contract management and clause validity that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in contract management are trained on the proper procedures for managing clauses and contracts to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By addressing the validity mismatch and ensuring proper assignment of clauses, you should be able to resolve the error message ICL_CLAUSE037 effectively.