How To Fix TBA_BASIS026 - Delivery period must be after price date &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TBA_BASIS - Messages Basis Handling

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Delivery period must be after price date &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TBA_BASIS026 - Delivery period must be after price date &1 ?

  The SAP error message TBA_BASIS026, which states "Delivery period must be after price date &1," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM) when there is a mismatch between the delivery date and the price date in a transaction. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Price Date Issue: The price date is the date on which the pricing conditions are valid. If the delivery date specified in the sales order or delivery document is earlier than the price date, SAP will trigger this error.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the pricing procedure may not align with the delivery dates being used in the transaction.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a simple data entry error where the delivery date was incorrectly entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Delivery Date: Review the delivery date in the sales order or delivery document. Ensure that it is set to a date that is after the price date.
  Adjust Price Date: If the price date is incorrect, you may need to adjust it to a date that is earlier than or equal to the delivery date.
  Review Pricing Conditions: Check the pricing conditions in the system to ensure they are set up correctly and that the validity periods are appropriate for the transaction.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access to configuration settings, review the pricing procedure and ensure that it is set up to handle the delivery dates correctly.
  User Training: Ensure that users entering sales orders or delivery documents are trained to understand the importance of the relationship between delivery dates and price dates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VA01 (Create Sales Order), VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), or VK11 (Create Condition) to check and modify the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed explanations of pricing procedures and how they interact with delivery dates.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SD or MM modules for further assistance.