How To Fix BUP_RELATIONS079 - Validity start of period has been shortened from &1 to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUP_RELATIONS - BPR: Message Class for Relationship Segments

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Validity start of period has been shortened from &1 to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS079 - Validity start of period has been shortened from &1 to &2 ?

  The SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS079 indicates that the validity start date of a relationship between business partners has been shortened. This typically occurs when there is an attempt to create or modify a relationship that conflicts with existing data in the system.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to create or change a relationship between business partners, and the validity period you are trying to set overlaps with an existing relationship that has a different validity period.
  The system automatically adjusts the validity start date to avoid conflicts with existing relationships, which results in the message indicating that the start date has been shortened.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Relationships: 
  
  Review the existing relationships between the business partners involved. You can do this by navigating to the business partner master data and checking the relationships tab.
  Identify any overlapping validity periods that may be causing the conflict.
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Periods:
  
  If you have control over the existing relationships, consider adjusting their validity periods to eliminate the overlap.
  If the existing relationship is valid and should remain unchanged, you may need to modify the new relationship's validity period to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing business partner relationships and validity periods.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage and view business partner relationships and their validity periods.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration and data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Relationships: Understanding how relationships are defined and managed in SAP can help prevent such issues. Relationships can have different types (e.g., customer, vendor) and can be defined with specific validity periods.
  Data Consistency: Maintaining data consistency in business partner records is crucial. Regular audits and checks can help identify potential conflicts before they lead to errors.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on managing business partner relationships.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage the relationships between business partners in your SAP system.