How To Fix /MVA/AMC_BM_MSG893 - Contract &1: Year of observ. per. end must be before year of B/M start

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MVA/AMC_BM_MSG -

• Message number: 893

• Message text: Contract &1: Year of observ. per. end must be before year of B/M start

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MVA/AMC_BM_MSG893 - Contract &1: Year of observ. per. end must be before year of B/M start ?

  The SAP error message /MVA/AMC_BM_MSG893 indicates that there is a mismatch in the dates related to a contract in the context of the Asset Management module, specifically regarding the year of the observation period end and the year of the business management (B/M) start.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The end date of the observation period for a contract is set to a year that is not before the start year of the business management period.
  There may be incorrect or inconsistent date entries in the contract or asset master data.
  The configuration settings for the business management periods may not align with the contract dates.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Dates:
  
  Go to the contract in question and verify the "Year of observation period end" and "Year of B/M start" dates.
  Ensure that the observation period end date is indeed before the business management start date.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If the observation period end date is incorrect, update it to a valid date that is before the business management start date.
  If the business management start date is incorrect, adjust it accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for business management periods in your SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Ensure that the fiscal year settings and periods are correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing contracts and business management periods.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like AS02 (Change Asset), AS03 (Display Asset), or MVA related transactions to access and modify contract and asset data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to contracts and asset data in the SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Asset Management for further assistance.