How To Fix CB109 - The evaluation period is in the future (please check)

CB109 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CB - PP-PI-PMA: Dialog Messages for Process Management

• Message number: 109

• Message text: The evaluation period is in the future (please check)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CB109 - The evaluation period is in the future (please check) ?

  The SAP error message CB109, which states "The evaluation period is in the future (please check)," typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification and evaluation processes, particularly when dealing with characteristics and values in the classification system.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when you attempt to evaluate or process data that has a date or evaluation period set in the future. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Future Dates in Master Data: If the master data (like material master or characteristic values) has a validity period that starts in the future, the system will not allow processing until the date is reached.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the evaluation period may not align with the current date, leading to this error.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently enter future dates when creating or updating records.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CB109 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dates: Review the evaluation period or validity