How To Fix /PM0/ABP_PREM_MSG023 - The main due date in contract &1 must be on the first day of the month

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_PREM_MSG -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: The main due date in contract &1 must be on the first day of the month

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_PREM_MSG023 - The main due date in contract &1 must be on the first day of the month ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_PREM_MSG023 indicates that there is an issue with the main due date in a contract. Specifically, the error states that the main due date must be set to the first day of the month. This is a common requirement in certain business processes, particularly in contract management or billing scenarios.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the main due date of a contract is not set to the first day of the month. This could happen due to:
  
  Incorrect data entry when creating or modifying the contract.
  System configuration that enforces this rule for specific types of contracts.
  Data migration issues where existing contracts do not comply with the new requirements.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the main due date in the contract is set to the first day of the month. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Access the Contract: Go to the transaction or application where the contract is maintained (e.g., transaction code ME31K for creating contracts or ME32K for changing contracts).
  
  
  Edit the Contract: Locate the contract that is causing the error and enter the edit mode.
  
  
  Set the Due Date: Change the main due date to the first day of the month. For example, if the current month is October 2023, set the due date to 01.10.2023.
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save the contract.
  
  
  Validation: If applicable, run any validation checks to ensure that the contract is now compliant with the system requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Configuration Settings: If this requirement is part of a specific configuration, you may want to check with your SAP administrator or consultant to understand if there are any settings that enforce this rule and if they can be adjusted.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to contract management for more details on date requirements and best practices.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in contract creation and management are trained on the importance of setting the correct due dates to avoid similar errors in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.