How To Fix 06345 - Valid until date must not be in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 345

• Message text: Valid until date must not be in the past

What causes this issue?

You have entered a date that lies in the past in the field "Valid
until" for the highlighted item.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid date (i.e. either today's or a future date).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06345 - Valid until date must not be in the past ?

  The SAP error message "06345 Valid until date must not be in the past" typically occurs when you are trying to enter or update a record (such as a pricing condition, contract, or master data) that includes a "valid until" date that is earlier than the current date. This is a validation check to ensure that the data being entered is relevant and applicable.
  Cause:
  
  Past Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered a "valid until" date that is in the past.
  System Date: The system date may be set incorrectly, leading to confusion about what constitutes a "past" date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data is being migrated from another system, it may contain outdated dates that do not meet the current validation rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Review the "valid until" date you are trying to enter. Ensure that it is set to a future date.
  Update the Record: If the date is indeed in the past, update it to a valid future date.
  System Date Verification: Check the system date to ensure it is set correctly. If the system date is incorrect, it may need to be adjusted by a system administrator.
  Data Review: If this error arises during data migration, review the data being imported to ensure that all dates are valid and conform to the required format.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the valid date ranges for specific records, consult the relevant SAP documentation or your organization's data governance policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where you encounter this error, you may be using transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME31K (Create Contract), or others related to master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the records in question, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully enter or update the relevant data in SAP.