How To Fix RECETM267 - A specific date for the start of the frequency &1 is required

RECETM267 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECETM - Messages for Valuation Rule

• Message number: 267

• Message text: A specific date for the start of the frequency &1 is required

What causes this issue?

The duration of the frequency interval is greater than 1 year.
In this case, the year relevant for the technical split cannot be
derived uniquely.
For this reason, a specific date must be chosen for the start of the
frequency interval.

System Response

The valuation rule cannot be set to complete.

How to fix this error?

For a frequency interval greater than 1 year, only the following values
are allowed for the start of the frequency for day, month, and year
frequencies.
<ZH>13</> Start of the condition
<ZH>40</> User-defined

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECETM267 - A specific date for the start of the frequency &1 is required ?

  The SAP error message RECETM267 indicates that a specific date for the start of the frequency is required for a particular operation or transaction. This error typically occurs in the context of scheduling or planning activities, such as in the areas of maintenance planning, project management, or other time-based operations.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a user attempts to create or modify a scheduling frequency (like a maintenance plan or a recurring task) without specifying a start date. The system requires this information to properly schedule the task or operation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to provide a specific start date for the frequency in question. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Identify the Transaction: Determine which transaction or operation you are trying to perform when you encounter the error.
  
  
  Access the Relevant Screen: Go to the screen where you are defining the frequency (e.g., maintenance plan, scheduling, etc.).
  
  
  Enter Start Date: Look