How To Fix 5F631 - The valid-from date must be the first day of the current month

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5F - HR F: Error Messages (France)

• Message number: 631

• Message text: The valid-from date must be the first day of the current month

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F631 - The valid-from date must be the first day of the current month ?

  The SAP error message 5F631 indicates that the "valid-from date" you are trying to enter does not meet the requirement of being the first day of the current month. This error typically occurs in scenarios where date validation is enforced, such as when creating or updating master data, pricing conditions, or other time-sensitive records.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You attempt to set a "valid-from date" that is not the first day of the current month. For example, if the current month is October 2023, the valid-from date must be set to October 1, 2023.
  The system has specific business rules or configurations that enforce this requirement, often related to pricing, contracts, or other time-sensitive data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Current Date: Verify the current date in the system to ensure you are aware of the month and year.
  Set the Valid-From Date: Change the "valid-from date" to the first day of the current month. For example, if the current month is October 2023, set the date to October 1, 2023.
  Review Business Rules: If you are unsure why this restriction is in place, consult with your SAP administrator or the relevant business process owner to understand the business logic behind this requirement.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transactions, such as creating or changing master data (e.g., material master, vendor master) or pricing conditions (e.g., using transaction codes like MEK1, MEK2, or MEK3).
  Configuration Settings: The requirement for the valid-from date to be the first day of the month may be configured in the system settings. You may want to check the configuration in the relevant module (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Material Management) to see if this can be adjusted if necessary.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more details on date handling and validation rules specific to your SAP version and configuration.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the requirement seems inappropriate for your business process, consider discussing it with your SAP support team or a consultant who can provide further insights or adjustments to the system configuration.