How To Fix /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES014 - Enter an end date for the surcharge/discount

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Enter an end date for the surcharge/discount

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES014 - Enter an end date for the surcharge/discount ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES014 Enter an end date for the surcharge/discount typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions in SAP, particularly when dealing with surcharges or discounts in the pricing procedure. This error indicates that a required end date for a surcharge or discount has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing End Date: The most common cause of this error is that when you are trying to create or modify a pricing condition (surcharge or discount), the end date field is left blank.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the pricing conditions in the system, leading to the requirement for an end date not being met.
  Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently skip entering the end date while entering the details for the surcharge or discount.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter End Date: The immediate solution is to go back to the pricing condition record where the error occurred and enter a valid end date for the surcharge or discount.
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., VK11 for creating a condition record).
  Locate the surcharge/discount condition.
  Fill in the end date field appropriately.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the error persists or if you believe the end date should not be mandatory, check the configuration settings for pricing conditions in the SAP system.
  
  Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the pricing procedure is set up correctly and that the end date requirement aligns with business needs.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation: If you are unsure about how to enter the end date or the implications of doing so, refer to the SAP documentation or user manuals related to pricing conditions.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in pricing condition management are adequately trained on the importance of entering all required fields, including end dates.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition) for managing pricing conditions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to pricing conditions and error messages that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By addressing the missing end date and ensuring proper configuration and user training, you should be able to resolve the error message effectively.