How To Fix 5N214 - Car ruling &1 may not be used after &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5N - HR NL: Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools (NL)

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Car ruling &1 may not be used after &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N214 - Car ruling &1 may not be used after &2 ?

  The SAP error message 5N214, which states "Car ruling &1 may not be used after &2," typically relates to the configuration of car rulings in the SAP system, particularly in the context of transportation management or logistics.
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs when there is an attempt to use a car ruling (a set of rules that govern the transportation of goods) that is no longer valid or applicable after a certain date. The "&1" in the message represents the specific car ruling, while "&2" indicates the date after which the ruling cannot be used. This can happen due to:
  
  Date Restrictions: The car ruling has a validity period, and the current date exceeds the end date of that period.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of transportation management settings that affect the validity of car rulings.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry or selection of a car ruling that is not applicable for the current transaction.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the validity dates of the car ruling in question. Ensure that the current date falls within the valid range for the ruling.
  
  
  Update Car Ruling: If the ruling is outdated, you may need to create a new car ruling that is valid for the current date or update the existing ruling to extend its validity.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to transportation management and car rulings. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no conflicting rules.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to manage car rulings and their validity.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the configuration settings) or VT01N (for creating transportation orders) to manage car rulings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling car rulings.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to view and modify car rulings in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.