How To Fix 06174 - Validity period less than a week

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Validity period less than a week

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06174 - Validity period less than a week ?

  The SAP error message "06174 Validity period less than a week" typically occurs in the context of managing master data, such as pricing conditions, material master records, or other data that requires a validity period. This error indicates that the validity period you are trying to set for a particular record is shorter than the minimum requirement of one week.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to create or modify a record (like a pricing condition) and set a validity period that is less than 7 days.
  The system has a configuration or business rule that mandates a minimum validity period for certain types of data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the start and end dates you are entering for the validity period. Ensure that the duration between these two dates is at least 7 days.
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If the validity period is indeed less than a week, adjust the end date to ensure it is at least 7 days after the start date.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you believe the validity period should be less than a week, consult with your SAP administrator or the team responsible for system configuration. They may need to adjust the settings or business rules that enforce this minimum validity period.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., SD for sales and distribution, MM for materials management) for more context on validity periods.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them in production.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), or others related to master data management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to create or modify the records in question, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.