How To Fix LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION213 - &1 &2 cannot be less than start date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 213

• Message text: &1 &2 cannot be less than start date

What causes this issue?

The recent changes caused inconsistency in this Legal Transaction.

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?

Please check if:
Selected Renewal/Termination Clause for Active Renewal corresponds to
the selected End Date
Selected Termination/Next Termination Clause for Auto Renewal
corresponds to the selected End Date
Selected Termination Clause with no Renewal scenario corresponds to the
selected End Date
Send Renewal/Termination Reminder ... Days along with corresponding
Clause aligns to the selected End Date
End Date is not in the past

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION213 - &1 &2 cannot be less than start date ?

  The SAP error message LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION213 indicates that there is an issue with the date settings in a legal transaction. Specifically, the error states that the end date (or a related date) cannot be less than the start date. This typically occurs in scenarios where date ranges are defined for legal transactions, such as contracts, agreements, or compliance-related entries.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The end date of a transaction is set to a date that is earlier than the start date.
  There may be a data entry error where the dates were incorrectly inputted.
  The system may be trying to process a transaction that has invalid date parameters.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the date fields in the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the end date is not earlier than the start date.
  
  
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the end date is indeed less than the start date, update the end date to a valid date that is equal to or later than the start date.
  
  
  Validation: After making the changes, validate the transaction again to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates to use, refer to the relevant documentation or guidelines for the specific legal transaction you are working with.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the system configuration or consult with your SAP administrator to ensure that there are no underlying issues with the date handling in the system.
  
  
  Testing: After making corrections, perform a test transaction to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the legal transaction, you may be using specific transaction codes (e.g., for contract management, compliance, etc.). Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes and their functionalities.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to the transaction data. If you do not, you may need to contact your system administrator.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION213 effectively.