How To Fix /PM0/APB_MESSAGES015 - Contract end date of contract &1 must contain value &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/APB_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Contract end date of contract &1 must contain value &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/APB_MESSAGES015 - Contract end date of contract &1 must contain value &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/APB_MESSAGES015 indicates that there is an issue with the contract end date for a specific contract (denoted by &1). The message specifies that the end date must contain a value (&2), which typically means that the end date is either missing or incorrectly formatted.
  Cause:
  
  Missing End Date: The most common cause is that the end date field for the contract is left blank or not filled in.
  Incorrect Format: The end date may be present but in an incorrect format that SAP does not recognize.
  Business Logic: There may be business rules or validations in place that require the end date to be set under certain conditions, and those conditions are not met.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Details: Go to the contract in question and verify that the end date field is filled in correctly. If it is blank, enter a valid end date.
  Correct Format: Ensure that the date is in the correct format as required by your SAP system (e.g., DD.MM.YYYY).
  Review Business Rules: If the end date is conditionally required, review the business logic or rules that govern when an end date must be provided. Make sure that all necessary conditions are met.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the required format or conditions, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME31K (Create Contract) or ME32K (Change Contract) to access and modify contract details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to edit contract details in SAP.
  Testing: After making changes, test the contract creation or modification process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.