How To Fix KDFUE057 - In the limit part, the transaction end date is before the start date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KDFUE - Error Messages for EDT

• Message number: 057

• Message text: In the limit part, the transaction end date is before the start date

What causes this issue?

The validity start date of the limit part, and the validity end date of
the limit part, are set. However, the validity end date is earlier than
the validity start date.
If both dates are entered, the validity end cannot be earlier than the
start of the validity period.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Change the values in the fields for the validity start date for the
limit part, and for the validity end date for the limit part so that
you either make an entry in only one of the fields, or the validity end
date is after the validity period start date.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KDFUE057 - In the limit part, the transaction end date is before the start date ?

  The SAP error message KDFUE057 indicates that there is an issue with the date configuration in a transaction, specifically that the end date of a limit is set before the start date. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as budget limits or cost center planning.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The end date of a limit (e.g., budget limit, cost limit) is incorrectly set to a date that is earlier than the start date.
  This can happen due to manual data entry errors, incorrect configuration settings, or issues with data migration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KDFUE057 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Transaction Data:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or configuration where the limit is defined.
  Verify the start and end dates of the limit. Ensure that the end date is not earlier than the start date.
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If you find that the end date is indeed before the start date, update the end date to a date that is equal to or later than the start date.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If this error occurs frequently, review the configuration settings for the limits in your SAP system. Ensure that there are no default settings or validation rules that could lead to this issue.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Checks:
  
  If the data was migrated from another system, check the migration scripts or processes to ensure that they correctly set the dates.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the transaction again to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct dates or the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like KP06 (Cost Center Planning), KPF6 (Cost Center Planning: Actual/Plan), or others related to financial planning and controlling.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling date-related issues in limits.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to limit configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KDFUE057 error and ensure that your limit configurations are set correctly.