How To Fix AH130 - Entry/entries with 'valid from' &1 already exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AH - IS-U billing (master data)

• Message number: 130

• Message text: Entry/entries with 'valid from' &1 already exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AH130 - Entry/entries with 'valid from' &1 already exist ?

  The SAP error message AH130, which states "Entry/entries with 'valid from' &1 already exist," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a record in a table that requires a unique "valid from" date, but an entry with the same date already exists.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to create a new entry or modify an existing entry in a table (often related to master data, such as pricing, conditions, or other time-dependent data) where the "valid from" date you are trying to use is already in use by another entry. This is a common issue in scenarios where time-dependent data is managed, such as:
  
  Condition records in pricing (e.g., pricing conditions in sales or purchasing).
  Master data records that have validity periods.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: 
  
  Use the relevant transaction code (e.g., VK11 for condition records) to check for existing entries with the same "valid from" date. 
  Look for any records that might conflict with the new entry you are trying to create.
  
  
  
  Modify the Date:
  
  If you find an existing entry with the same "valid from" date, you can either:
  
  Change the "valid from" date of the new entry to a different date that does not conflict.
  Adjust the existing entry if it is appropriate to do so (e.g., changing its validity period).
  
  
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive Old Entries:
  
  If the existing entry is no longer needed, consider deleting or archiving it, provided that this action is in line with your data management policies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the relevant SAP documentation or help files for the specific module you are working with to understand the rules around validity periods and how they are managed.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Logic:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, check if there are any custom validations or logic that might be affecting the creation of entries.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may use various transaction codes to manage the data, such as:
  
  VK11 / VK12 for condition records.
  MM01 / MM02 for material master data.
  BP for business partner data.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency: Ensure that your data is consistent and that there are no overlapping validity periods for the same type of data.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AH130 error and successfully manage your entries in SAP.