How To Fix 62260 - Valid-from & is within the period & - &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Valid-from & is within the period & - &

What causes this issue?

The valid-from date of the settlement unit is within the assigned
settlement period. This date must be identical to the start date of the
period.

System Response

The data is not saved.

How to fix this error?

Please assign a different settlement period or change the valid-from
date of the settlement period.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62260 - Valid-from & is within the period & - & ?

  The SAP error message 62260 typically indicates an issue related to the validity period of a certain data entry, such as a pricing condition, master data, or other time-sensitive information. The message suggests that the "valid-from" date is set within a period that is not acceptable or does not align with the expected date range.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Range: The "valid-from" date is set to a date that falls within a period that is not valid for the specific transaction or data entry.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the valid periods for certain data entries.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have mistakenly entered an incorrect date or period.
  Master Data Issues: Related master data (like customer or vendor records) may have conflicting validity periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the "valid-from" and "valid-to" dates for the data entry in question. Ensure that they are set correctly and fall within the acceptable range.
  Adjust Dates: If the dates are incorrect, modify them to ensure that the "valid-from" date is appropriate for the transaction.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the specific module (e.g., pricing, material master) to ensure that there are no restrictions that would cause this error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the validity periods for the data you are working with.
  Check Related Master Data: Ensure that any related master data does not have conflicting validity periods that could be causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to view or edit the data (e.g., ME22N for purchase orders, VK11 for pricing conditions).
  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 data in question.
  Testing: After making changes, test the transaction again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  If the issue 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.