How To Fix RECETM257 - &1, &2: Due date of one-time condition before start of consideration

RECETM257 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECETM - Messages for Valuation Rule

• Message number: 257

• Message text: &1, &2: Due date of one-time condition before start of consideration

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to assign a one-time condition with a due date before
the start of consideration and the valuation property lease installment
payment.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Change the valuation property to initial costs/incentive or select the
condition as not to be considered.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECETM257 - &1, &2: Due date of one-time condition before start of consideration ?

  The SAP error message RECETM257 typically indicates that there is an issue with the due date of a one-time condition in a pricing or condition record. The message suggests that the due date is set before the start of the consideration period, which is not allowed in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The due date for the one-time condition is set earlier than the start date of the consideration period.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (like customer or material master) may have incorrect or outdated information that affects the pricing conditions.
  Condition Record Setup: The condition record for the one-time condition may not have been set up correctly, leading to date conflicts.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Go to the transaction code VK13 (Display Condition) or VK31 (Maintain Condition) to review the one-time condition records.
  Verify the due date and ensure it falls within the valid consideration period.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If the due date is incorrect, update it to