How To Fix /PM0/ABP_CLAUSE_MSG004 - The clause start date must be before the clause end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_CLAUSE_MSG -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: The clause start date must be before the clause end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_CLAUSE_MSG004 - The clause start date must be before the clause end date ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_CLAUSE_MSG004 indicates that there is an issue with the date configuration for a clause in the system. Specifically, the error states that the "clause start date must be before the clause end date." This typically occurs in scenarios where clauses are being defined for contracts, agreements, or similar documents within the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following conditions:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The start date of the clause has been entered as the same as or after the end date. For example, if the start date is set to January 1, 2023, the end date cannot be set to January 1, 2023, or any date after that.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error or oversight when entering the dates.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration or business rules may enforce this validation, leading to the error.
  
  
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