How To Fix UDM_STRATEGY007 - Overdue period &1 must be before overdue period &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UDM_STRATEGY - Message Class for Collection Strategies

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Overdue period &1 must be before overdue period &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UDM_STRATEGY007 - Overdue period &1 must be before overdue period &2 ?

  The SAP error message UDM_STRATEGY007 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of overdue periods in the context of the SAP Collections and Disbursements (FS-CD) module. Specifically, the error states that the overdue period specified in the configuration is not logically correct, meaning that the start of one overdue period must occur before the start of another.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises from the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The overdue periods defined in the strategy configuration are overlapping or incorrectly sequenced. For example, if you have defined an overdue period for 0-30 days and another for 31-60 days, the system expects the first period to end before the second period begins.
  Data Entry Error: During the setup of the collection strategy, the user may have inadvertently entered the periods in the wrong order.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you should:
  
  Review Overdue Periods: Go to the configuration settings for the collection strategy in SAP. Check the definitions of the overdue periods to ensure they are set up correctly. Make sure that each period starts after the previous one ends.
  Adjust Periods: If you find that the periods are overlapping or incorrectly sequenced, adjust the start and end dates of the overdue periods so that they are in the correct order.
  Test Changes: After making adjustments, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SPRO to access the configuration settings for Collections and Disbursements.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring overdue periods and collection strategies.
  Support: If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in FS-CD.
  
  By ensuring that the overdue periods are correctly defined and sequenced, you should be able to resolve the UDM_STRATEGY007 error.