How To Fix 5A271 - Object & & & starts after delimit date => no delimitation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 271

• Message text: Object & & & starts after delimit date => no delimitation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A271 - Object & & & starts after delimit date => no delimitation ?

  The SAP error message 5A271 indicates that an object (such as a material, customer, or vendor) is set to start after a specified delimitation date, but there is no delimitation defined for that object. This typically occurs in the context of master data management, where certain objects have validity periods defined by start and end dates.
  Cause:
  
  Delimitation Date Issue: The object in question has a start date that is later than the delimitation date set in the system. This means that the system is trying to access or process an object that is not valid for the current date or the date being referenced.
  Missing Delimitation: The object may not have been properly delimited, meaning that the system does not recognize it as valid for the time frame being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Validity: Review the validity dates of the object in question. Ensure that the start date is not set after the delimitation date.
  Delimit the Object: If the object is supposed to be valid, you may need to delimit it properly. This can be done by:
  
  Accessing the relevant transaction (e.g., MM02 for materials, XD02 for customers, or XK02 for vendors).
  Navigating to the validity period section and ensuring that the dates are set correctly.
  If necessary, create a new validity period that includes the current date or the date you are trying to process.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for managing master data and delimitation processes.
  Check for Custom Logic: If your organization has custom logic or enhancements in place, ensure that they are not affecting the delimitation process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing master data, such as:
  
  MM02 (Change Material)
  XD02 (Change Customer)
  XK02 (Change Vendor)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the object in question.
  Testing: After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant area.