How To Fix T4126 - Due date &1 is before StartTerm/Date of change &2

T4126 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T4 - Time deposit processing

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Due date &1 is before StartTerm/Date of change &2

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T4126 - Due date &1 is before StartTerm/Date of change &2 ?

  The SAP error message T4126, which states "Due date &1 is before StartTerm/Date of change &2," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with payment terms, billing, or scheduling in SAP. This error indicates that the due date for a payment or transaction is set before the start date of the term or the date of change, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Due Date: The due date entered for a transaction is earlier than the defined start date of the payment terms or the date of change.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the payment terms or billing settings in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Error: A user may have mistakenly entered an incorrect date during transaction processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Due Date: Review the due date entered for the transaction. Ensure that it is set to a date that is on or after the start date of the payment