How To Fix /ISDFPS/FORCE268 - The end date is not within the assignment period from &2 to &1 (&3-&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FORCE -

• Message number: 268

• Message text: The end date is not within the assignment period from &2 to &1 (&3-&4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FORCE268 - The end date is not within the assignment period from &2 to &1 (&3-&4) ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FORCE268 indicates that there is an issue with the end date of an assignment not falling within the defined assignment period. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Flexible Real Estate Management (RE-FX) or similar modules where assignments, contracts, or agreements have specific validity periods.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The end date you are trying to set for an assignment is outside the defined assignment period.
  The assignment period is defined by two dates: a start date (&2) and an end date (&1). The end date you are trying to use (&3) is either before the start date or after the end date of the assignment period (&4).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Assignment Dates: Verify the start and end dates of the assignment period. Ensure that the end date you are trying to set falls within this range.
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If the end date you are trying to use is incorrect, adjust it to be within the valid assignment period. 
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the assignment period is not set correctly, you may need to review the configuration settings for the assignment or contract in question. Ensure that the assignment period is defined correctly in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the assignment periods or how to adjust them, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, try to save or process the assignment again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like RECN (for contract management) or RE80 (for real estate management) to access the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to assignments or contracts in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.