How To Fix /ISDFPS/FORCERDEL018 - Worflow date must not be after end of relationship

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FORCERDEL -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Worflow date must not be after end of relationship

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FORCERDEL018 - Worflow date must not be after end of relationship ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FORCERDEL018 indicates that there is an issue with the workflow date in relation to the end date of a relationship in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Flexible Real Estate Management (RE-FX) or similar modules where relationships between objects (like contracts, leases, etc.) are managed.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the workflow date you are trying to set or use is later than the end date of the relationship defined in the system. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Attempting to process a workflow for a contract or lease that has already expired.
  Incorrectly configured dates in the workflow or relationship settings.
  Manual entry errors where the workflow date is set beyond the valid period of the relationship.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Relationship Dates:
  
  Navigate to the relevant contract or lease in the SAP system.
  Verify the start and end dates of the relationship. Ensure that the end date is not earlier than the workflow date you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Workflow Date:
  
  If the workflow date is indeed set incorrectly, adjust it to a date that falls within the valid range of the relationship.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the workflow to ensure that it is set up correctly and that the dates are being populated as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the workflow and relationship management in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like RECN (for contract management) or REIS (for real estate management) to access the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Workflow Logs: Review workflow logs to get more context on what triggered the error and to identify any other related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.