EK806 - Different starting months in the contracts for account &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EK - IS-U Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 806

• Message text: Different starting months in the contracts for account &1

What causes this issue?

The starting month &V3& is allocated to contract &V2& of contract
account &v1&. A different starting month (&V&) has been entered in the
other contracts of this contract account that are to be invoiced
jointly.

System Response

Invoicing of this contract account was terminated for this invoicing
unit, because a clearly identifiable starting month must be used for
all contracts that are to be invoiced jointly.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the concerned contracts accordingly.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EK806 - Different starting months in the contracts for account &1 ?

  The SAP error message EK806, which states "Different starting months in the contracts for account &1," typically occurs in the context of contract management and procurement processes. This error indicates that there is a mismatch in the starting months of contracts associated with a specific account, which can lead to inconsistencies in data processing.
  Cause:
  
  Contract Configuration: The contracts linked to the specified account have different starting months. This can happen if contracts were created or modified at different times without aligning their start dates.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during contract creation or modification can lead to discrepancies in the starting months.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system settings or configurations may not be aligned, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Contracts: Check the contracts associated with the account in question. Ensure that the starting months are consistent across all contracts.
  Modify Contracts: If discrepancies are found, modify the contracts to align their starting months. This may involve changing the start date of one or more contracts to ensure they match.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines for contract management to ensure that the contracts are set up correctly.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the system configuration and ensure that it is set up correctly to handle contract dates.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the contracts are functioning as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as ME33K (Display Contract) or ME31K (Create Contract) to review and modify contracts.
  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 view and modify contracts in the system.
  Training: If this error is common in your organization, consider providing training to users involved in contract management to minimize data entry errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EK806 error and ensure that your contracts are properly aligned.