How To Fix TU013 - End of MR period &1 must be earlier than end of billing period &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TU - Billing/Scheduling/Budget Billing

• Message number: 013

• Message text: End of MR period &1 must be earlier than end of billing period &2

What causes this issue?

The date you have entered for the end of the meter reading period is
later than the end of the billing period that has been determined from
the corresponding portion.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TU013 - End of MR period &1 must be earlier than end of billing period &2 ?

  The SAP error message TU013 indicates that there is a mismatch between the end of the maintenance/revision (MR) period and the end of the billing period. Specifically, the end of the MR period must be earlier than the end of the billing period. This error typically arises in the context of contract management, billing, or maintenance processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The end date of the MR period is set to a date that is equal to or later than the end date of the billing period.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of a contract or billing document, the dates may have been entered incorrectly.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the billing or maintenance periods in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the end dates for both the MR period and the billing period. Ensure that the end date of the MR period is set to a date that is earlier than the end date of the billing period.
  Modify Dates: If the dates are incorrect, modify the MR period end date or the billing period end date as necessary to resolve the conflict.
  Review Contract Settings: If applicable, check the contract settings in the SAP system to ensure that the periods are defined correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly set up billing and maintenance periods.
  Test Changes: After making adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes (like VA01 for sales orders, or VF01 for billing documents) to access and modify the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the billing and maintenance periods in the system.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after making the necessary adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TU013 error and ensure that your billing and maintenance periods are correctly aligned.