How To Fix LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION074 - Set End date earlier than today to set Legal Transaction to Terminated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION - Message Class for LCM Legal Transaction

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Set End date earlier than today to set Legal Transaction to Terminated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION074 - Set End date earlier than today to set Legal Transaction to Terminated ?

  The SAP error message LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION074 indicates that you are trying to set a legal transaction to a "Terminated" status, but the end date you are trying to set is not valid because it is not earlier than the current date. This error typically occurs in the context of legal transactions in SAP, which are often related to compliance, legal agreements, or contracts.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to set an end date for a legal transaction that is either:
  
  Set to a future date (i.e., today or later).
  Not set at all, which defaults to the current date.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the end date you are trying to set for the legal transaction is earlier than the current date. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Check Current Date: Verify the current date in your system to ensure you are aware of the date you need to set the end date before.
  
  
  Set End Date: When you are updating the legal transaction:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or screen where you can modify the legal transaction.
  Enter an end date that is earlier than today’s date.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After entering a valid end date, save your changes to update the status of the legal transaction.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Legal Transactions: These are often used in SAP for managing contracts, agreements, or compliance-related activities. Understanding the lifecycle of these transactions is crucial for proper management.
  Date Formats: Ensure that the date format you are using is compatible with your SAP system settings to avoid any additional errors.
  User Permissions: Make sure you have the necessary permissions to modify legal transactions in your SAP environment.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to legal transactions for more detailed guidance on managing these records.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.