How To Fix /PM0/ABR_PM_PLAUSIS137 - Effective date (&2) is not allowed because contract expires on &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABR_PM_PLAUSIS -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Effective date (&2) is not allowed because contract expires on &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABR_PM_PLAUSIS137 - Effective date (&2) is not allowed because contract expires on &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABR_PM_PLAUSIS137 indicates that there is an issue with the effective date of a contract in relation to its expiration date. Specifically, the error message states that the effective date you are trying to use (denoted as &2) is not allowed because the contract expires on a specified date (denoted as &1). 
  Cause:
  
  Contract Expiration: The effective date you are trying to set is beyond the expiration date of the contract. This means that the system does not allow any changes or updates to be made to the contract after it has expired.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the effective date, leading to an attempt to set a date that is not valid.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict changes to contracts after a certain date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Dates: Review the contract details to confirm the expiration date. Ensure that the effective date you are trying to set is within the valid range (i.e., before the expiration date).
  Adjust Effective Date: If the effective date is indeed after the expiration date, you will need to adjust it to a valid date that is on or before the expiration date.
  Renew Contract: If you need to make changes that require a new effective date beyond the expiration date, consider renewing the contract or creating a new contract that reflects the desired changes.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines related to contract management in your organization to ensure compliance with policies.
  Contact Support: If you are unsure about how to proceed or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a functional consultant for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for contract management, such as ME33K (Display Contract) or ME31K (Create Contract).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to contract management and error messages for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to contracts in the system, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your contract management tasks in SAP.