How To Fix 61468 - Validity period end is smaller than validity period start

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 468

• Message text: Validity period end is smaller than validity period start

What causes this issue?

The run-time end lies before the run-time start or you have not entered
a date for the run-time end.

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?

Enter a valid value.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61468 - Validity period end is smaller than validity period start ?

  The SAP error message 61468, which states "Validity period end is smaller than validity period start," typically occurs when there is an inconsistency in the date ranges defined for a particular object, such as a pricing condition, master data, or other time-sensitive entries in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  This error arises when the end date of a validity period is set to a date that is earlier than the start date. This can happen due to:
  
  Data Entry Error: A user may have mistakenly entered the end date before the start date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the validity periods may not have been correctly set.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the configuration of the relevant module may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Validity Dates:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or master data record where the error occurred.
  Review the validity period fields (start date and end date) to ensure that the end date is greater than or equal to the start date.
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If you find that the end date is indeed earlier than the start date, correct the end date to a valid date that is equal to or later than the start date.
  
  
  
  Review Related Records:
  
  If the error is related to a specific condition record (e.g., pricing), check if there are other related records that might also have incorrect validity periods.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If the issue arose after a data migration, review the migration scripts or processes to ensure that they correctly set the validity periods.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the module you are working with.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access the relevant data (e.g., VK11 for condition records, MM02 for material master data).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the records in question.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific SAP environment and configuration.