How To Fix T1059 - 'TERM UNTIL' must be after last 'VALID FROM'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T1 - Financial instruments

• Message number: 059

• Message text: 'TERM UNTIL' must be after last 'VALID FROM'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T1059 - 'TERM UNTIL' must be after last 'VALID FROM' ?

  The SAP error message T1059, which states that "'TERM UNTIL' must be after last 'VALID FROM'," typically occurs in the context of maintaining validity periods for master data, such as pricing conditions, material master records, or other similar data structures. This error indicates that the validity period defined for a certain record is not correctly set up, specifically that the end date (TERM UNTIL) is not after the last start date (VALID FROM) of the previous record.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The 'TERM UNTIL' date is set to a value that is earlier than or equal to the last 'VALID FROM' date of an existing record. This creates a logical inconsistency in the validity periods.
  Overlapping Validity Periods: There may be overlapping validity periods for the same data, which can lead to confusion in how the system interprets which record should be valid at a given time.
  Data Entry Error: A simple mistake during data entry could lead to incorrect dates being entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Records: Review the existing records for the same data object to identify the last 'VALID FROM' date. Ensure that the new 'TERM UNTIL' date is set to a date that is after this last 'VALID FROM' date.
  Adjust Dates: Modify the 'TERM UNTIL' date to ensure it is greater than the last 'VALID FROM' date. This may involve changing the end date of the new record or adjusting the start date of the previous record if applicable.
  Review Validity Periods: Ensure that there are no overlapping validity periods for the same data. If overlaps exist, resolve them by adjusting the dates accordingly.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks in your data entry process to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition), MM01 (Create Material), or others related to master data maintenance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidelines on maintaining validity periods for the type of data you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Testing: After making changes, test the data entry process to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the validity periods are functioning as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the T1059 error and ensure that your validity periods are correctly configured in SAP.