6D261 - Rental agreement &1 ends before settlement period starts on &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6D - Real Estate Messages

• Message number: 261

• Message text: Rental agreement &1 ends before settlement period starts on &3

What causes this issue?

Rental agreement &v1& ends on &v2&. However, the current settlement
period only begins on &v3&.

How to fix this error?

The rental agreement was imported using a D-tape and should actually
not be settled in this settlement period. Correct the D-tape and import
it again. Then start the external heating expenses settlement.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6D261 - Rental agreement &1 ends before settlement period starts on &3 ?

  The SAP error message 6D261 indicates that there is an issue with a rental agreement in the system. Specifically, it means that the rental agreement (identified by &1) is set to end before the settlement period starts on the specified date (&3). This can occur in scenarios where the rental agreement's validity does not align with the expected settlement periods, leading to inconsistencies in the data.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect End Date: The end date of the rental agreement is set earlier than the start date of the settlement period.
  Settlement Period Configuration: The configuration of the settlement periods may not align with the rental agreement's validity.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during the data entry of the rental agreement or the settlement period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Rental Agreement Dates:
  
  Review the rental agreement in question and verify the start and end dates.
  Ensure that the end date of the rental agreement is after the start date of the settlement period.
  
  
  
  Adjust Settlement Period:
  
  If the rental agreement is correct, consider adjusting the settlement period to align with the rental agreement's end date.
  
  
  
  Modify Rental Agreement:
  
  If the settlement period is correct, you may need to extend the rental agreement's end date to cover the required settlement period.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for rental agreements and settlement periods in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data entered for both the rental agreement and the settlement period to ensure there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like RENT (for rental agreements) or REIS (for rental information systems) to access and modify the relevant data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on managing rental agreements and settlement periods.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 6D261 and ensure that your rental agreements and settlement periods are correctly aligned.