How To Fix /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES434 - End date surch./disc. must be earlier or same as end of respective level

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 434

• Message text: End date surch./disc. must be earlier or same as end of respective level

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES434 - End date surch./disc. must be earlier or same as end of respective level ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES434 indicates that there is an issue with the end date of a search or discount in relation to the end date of the respective level in the system. This typically occurs in the context of pricing, discounts, or promotions where the end date of a specific entry must not exceed the end date of the overarching level or structure it is associated with.
  Cause:
  
  Date Mismatch: The end date you have entered for a specific search or discount is later than the end date of the corresponding level (e.g., a pricing condition or promotion level).
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the pricing or discount setup where the hierarchy of dates is not properly aligned.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered an incorrect end date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the end date of the search or discount you are trying to create or modify. Ensure that it is earlier than or the same as the end date of the respective level.
  Adjust Dates: If the end date is incorrect, modify it to align with the required conditions.
  Review Hierarchy: If applicable, check the hierarchy of pricing conditions or discounts to ensure that all related entries have consistent date ranges.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines for setting up pricing conditions and discounts to ensure compliance with system requirements.
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them in production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), or VK13 (Display Condition) to manage pricing conditions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to pricing conditions or discounts.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your pricing or discount entries are correctly configured.