How To Fix IDCMLHU009 - The period end has to be higher than the effective date of the condition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDCMLHU - Loans Management Localization for Hungary

• Message number: 009

• Message text: The period end has to be higher than the effective date of the condition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDCMLHU009 - The period end has to be higher than the effective date of the condition ?

  The SAP error message IDCMLHU009, which states "The period end has to be higher than the effective date of the condition," typically occurs in the context of condition records in pricing or other master data where date validity is important. This error indicates that the end date of a condition record is not set correctly in relation to its effective date.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The end date of the condition record is set to a date that is earlier than or the same as the effective date. This violates the logical requirement that the end date must always be after the effective date.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of condition records, the user may have mistakenly entered the dates in the wrong order.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the pricing procedure or condition types that enforce these date rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Record Dates:
  
  Navigate to the condition record in question (e.g., using transaction code VK11 for creating or VK12 for changing).
  Verify the effective date and the period end date. Ensure that the period end date is set to a date that is later than the effective date.
  
  
  
  Modify Dates:
  
  If the end date is incorrect, update it to a valid date that is after the effective date.
  Save the changes and check if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Review Related Configuration:
  
  If the issue continues, review the configuration of the pricing procedure and condition types to ensure that there are no additional constraints or settings that might be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on condition records and date handling.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the condition record in the relevant transaction to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  VK11 (Create Condition)
  VK12 (Change Condition)
  VK13 (Display Condition)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to create or modify condition records, as restrictions might also lead to errors.
  
  
  Training: If users frequently encounter this error, consider providing training on how to correctly enter and manage condition records, focusing on the importance of date validity.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IDCMLHU009 error and ensure that your condition records are set up correctly.