How To Fix /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES099 - End date of policy &1 must be identical to at least one contract end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 099

• Message text: End date of policy &1 must be identical to at least one contract end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES099 - End date of policy &1 must be identical to at least one contract end date ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES099 indicates that there is a mismatch between the end date of a policy and the end dates of the associated contracts in the system. This error typically arises in the context of contract management or policy management within SAP, particularly in modules related to insurance or financial services.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to create or modify a policy, and the end date of that policy does not match any of the end dates of the contracts that are linked to it. This is a validation check to ensure that policies and contracts are aligned in terms of their effective dates.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Policy End Date: Verify the end date of the policy you are trying to create or modify. Ensure that it is set correctly according to your business requirements.
  
  
  Review Linked Contracts: Look at the contracts that are associated with the policy. Check their end dates to see if they match the policy's end date. You can do this by navigating to the contract management section in SAP.
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If the policy end date does not match any of the contract end dates, you have two options:
  
  Change the Policy End Date: Modify the policy end date to match one of the existing contract end dates.
  Modify Contract End Dates: If appropriate, you can also change the end dates of the contracts to align with the policy end date.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct end dates or the implications of changing them, consult your organization's documentation or reach out to a subject matter expert.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, try to save or process the policy again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error is commonly encountered in modules related to contract management, insurance, or financial services within SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that pertain to policy and contract management, such as IP01 (Create Policy) or IP02 (Change Policy).
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to policies and contracts in the SAP system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes or updates related to this error message, as there may be specific patches or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.