How To Fix 5W190 - Caution: substitution first starts on &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5W - Messages for PD (Particularly Workflow)

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Caution: substitution first starts on &

What causes this issue?

A substitute relationship is being created for a period that starts in
the future. The substitue relationship does not affect the system
immediately. It will only become effective as of &V1&.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5W190 - Caution: substitution first starts on & ?

  The SAP error message 5W190, which states "Caution: substitution first starts on &", typically relates to the substitution process in SAP, particularly in the context of materials management or sales and distribution. This message indicates that there is a substitution defined for a material, but the substitution will not take effect until a specified date.
  Cause:
  
  Substitution Definition: The substitution is defined in the system, but the effective date for the substitution has not yet arrived. This means that the system recognizes that a substitution exists, but it is not yet applicable.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may have been set up with a substitution that is scheduled to start at a future date.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that dictate how substitutions are handled, including their effective dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Substitution Settings: Review the substitution settings for the material in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM02 for material master) and checking the substitution details.
  Verify Effective Date: Confirm the effective date of the substitution. If the substitution is intended to be effective immediately, you may need to adjust the date in the substitution configuration.
  Update Material Master: If necessary, update the material master data to reflect the correct substitution or effective date.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing substitutions and their effective dates.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the substitution is now being applied as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Substitution in SAP: Substitution is a feature in SAP that allows one material to be substituted for another under certain conditions. This is often used in sales and distribution to ensure that customers receive a suitable alternative if the original product is unavailable.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and others that may be used to manage material data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to substitution messages and their handling.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management or sales and distribution.