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Message type: E = Error
Message class: T1 - Financial instruments
Message number: 042
Message text: 'Effective from' must be between 'Term from' and 'Term until'
The <LS>Effective From</> date that you have selected is not between the
start and the end of the term
Correct your entry.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
T1042
- 'Effective from' must be between 'Term from' and 'Term until' ?The SAP error message T1042, which states "'Effective from' must be between 'Term from' and 'Term until'," typically occurs in the context of managing validity periods for certain data entries, such as master data records, pricing conditions, or other time-sensitive information in SAP.
Cause:
This error arises when you are trying to enter or modify a date in the "Effective from" field that does not fall within the specified range defined by the "Term from" and "Term until" fields. Essentially, the system is enforcing a rule that the effective date must be valid within the defined term period.
Solution:
To resolve this error, you should:
Check the Dates: Verify the values entered in the "Effective from," "Term from," and "Term until" fields. Ensure that the "Effective from" date is greater than or equal to the "Term from" date and less than or equal to the "Term until" date.
Adjust the Dates: If the "Effective from" date is incorrect, modify it to fall within the valid range. Alternatively, if the term dates need to be adjusted, you can change the "Term from" and "Term until" dates to encompass the "Effective from" date.
Review Business Logic: Ensure that the business logic or requirements for the data entry are correctly understood. Sometimes, the error may indicate a need to revisit the business rules governing the validity periods.
Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates to use, refer to any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the data entry process.
Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you believe it is a system error, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
Related Information:
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the T1042 error and successfully enter or modify the relevant data in SAP.
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