How To Fix RECETM070 - &1: end of usage is before consideration start

RECETM070 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECETM - Messages for Valuation Rule

• Message number: 070

• Message text: &1: end of usage is before consideration start

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECETM070 - &1: end of usage is before consideration start ?

  The SAP error message RECETM070 with the text "end of usage is before consideration start" typically occurs in the context of managing time-related data, such as time evaluation or time management in SAP. This error indicates that there is a mismatch in the time periods being evaluated, specifically that the end date of a usage period is set before the start date of the consideration period.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The end date of a time period (e.g., a validity period for a certain configuration) is set earlier than the start date of the period that is being considered for evaluation.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors in the time management infotypes (like IT2001, IT2002, etc.) can lead to this inconsistency.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the time management settings or in the related infotypes can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Time Periods: Review the time periods defined in the relevant infotypes. Ensure that