How To Fix 01770 - The validity date is being set to the last logon date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 01 -

• Message number: 770

• Message text: The validity date is being set to the last logon date

What causes this issue?

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

You want to set the "valid until" date to a date in the past.
You set the valid until date for user &V1& to &V2&.
The valid until date is before the date of the last logon, therefore
the system has set the date to that of the last logon.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 01770 - The validity date is being set to the last logon date ?

  The SAP error message "01770 The validity date is being set to the last logon date" typically occurs in the context of user management, particularly when dealing with user master records. This message indicates that the system is trying to set the validity date of a user account to the last logon date, which may not be the intended behavior.
  Cause:
  
  User Account Configuration: The validity date for a user account is often set to ensure that the account is active only for a specific period. If the system detects that the validity date is not set correctly, it may default to the last logon date.
  User Status: If a user has not logged in for a long time, the system may interpret this as the account being inactive, leading to the validity date being adjusted.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or configurations may enforce this behavior, especially in environments with strict user management policies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Master Record: Review the user master record (transaction code SU01) for the affected user. Ensure that the validity date is set correctly and is not inadvertently being set to the last logon date.
  Adjust Validity Dates: If necessary, manually adjust the validity date to the desired value. This can be done in the user master record under the "Logon Data" tab.
  Review User Management Policies: Check the policies in place regarding user account validity and logon behavior. Ensure that they align with your organization's requirements.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue. Sometimes, specific patches or updates can resolve unexpected behaviors.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to review system configurations that may be affecting user account management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance
  
  
  User Management Best Practices: Regularly review user accounts, especially for those that have not logged in for an extended period, to ensure compliance with security policies.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on user management and validity dates.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.