How To Fix 1F095 - The 'valid to' date may not be in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1F - BKK: Beziehungen

• Message number: 095

• Message text: The 'valid to' date may not be in the past

What causes this issue?

The 'valid to' date may not be before &V1&.
For the hierarchy type 'Cash concentration' the significant date for
the validity check is the posting date for balancing.
For the other hierarchy types it is the day's date.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1F095 - The 'valid to' date may not be in the past ?

  The SAP error message 1F095 indicates that the "valid to" date you are trying to enter or modify in a transaction is set to a date that is in the past. This error typically occurs in scenarios where date validity is crucial, such as in master data maintenance, pricing conditions, or contract management.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system is enforcing a rule that the "valid to" date must always be a future date or the current date. This is to ensure that the data being entered is relevant and applicable for future transactions.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Date: Review the "valid to" date you are trying to enter. Ensure that it is set to a date that is today or in the future.
  
  
  Update the Date: If the date is indeed in the past, change it to a valid future date. This could involve:
  
  Setting it to the current date if you want it to be valid immediately.
  Setting it to a future date if you want it to be valid for a specific period.
  
  
  
  Review Business Logic: If you are working with a custom program or transaction, ensure that the logic for setting the "valid to" date is correctly implemented to avoid inadvertently setting it to a past date.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the appropriate date to use, consult your organization's documentation or guidelines regarding date validity for the specific transaction or data you are working with.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes, such as those related to material master data (MM01, MM02), pricing conditions (VK11, VK12), or contract management (ME31K, ME32K).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the data you are working with, as restrictions might also lead to unexpected behavior.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transaction in SAP.