How To Fix /PM0/ABP_SUPDC_MSG010 - End date must be after start date for the surcharge/discount

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_SUPDC_MSG -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: End date must be after start date for the surcharge/discount

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_SUPDC_MSG010 - End date must be after start date for the surcharge/discount ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_SUPDC_MSG010 indicates that there is an issue with the date configuration for a surcharge or discount in the system. Specifically, the error states that the end date must be after the start date for the surcharge or discount to be valid. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The end date for the surcharge or discount has been entered as the same as or before the start date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been inconsistencies in the date entries.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration settings for surcharges or discounts that lead to invalid date ranges.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Date Entries:
  
  Navigate to the transaction or screen where the surcharge or discount is defined.
  Verify that the start date is earlier than the end date. If not, correct the dates accordingly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the error persists, check the configuration settings for surcharges and discounts in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that the date settings are correctly defined and that there are no overlapping or conflicting entries.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  If data was imported or migrated, perform a validation check on the data to ensure that all date ranges are valid.
  Correct any discrepancies found during the validation process.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to create or modify the surcharge/discount again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on managing surcharges and discounts, including best practices for date management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to manage pricing conditions effectively.
  Support Notes: Check SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.