How To Fix /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG097 - Template &1 (&2): Sales period end must not be before start

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG -

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Template &1 (&2): Sales period end must not be before start

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG097 - Template &1 (&2): Sales period end must not be before start ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG097 Template &1 (&2): Sales period end must not be before start typically occurs in the context of planning or sales data management within SAP, particularly when dealing with templates for sales periods. This error indicates that the end date of a sales period is set before the start date, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the sales period end date has been entered incorrectly, either manually or through a data import.
  Template Misconfiguration: If you are using a template for sales periods, the template may have been set up with an end date that is earlier than the start date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may have been issues with date formats or incorrect data entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the sales period configuration in the relevant template. Ensure that the end date is set to a date that is equal to or later than the start date.
  Edit Template: If you are using a template, go to the template settings and correct the end date to ensure it is after the start date.
  Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry process to prevent this error from occurring in the future. This could involve setting up rules that automatically check the dates before saving.
  Data Correction: If the error is due to data migration, you may need to correct the data in the source system or in the SAP system to ensure that all sales periods have valid date ranges.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like S/4HANA, SE38, or SE80 to access the relevant configuration or data entry screens.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring sales periods and templates.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the dates, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community forums for additional assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the sales period end date is always after the start date, you can avoid encountering this error in the future.