How To Fix CC851 - Effectivity type DATE does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CC - ECM: Messages

• Message number: 851

• Message text: Effectivity type DATE does not exist

What causes this issue?

Maintain the effectivity type in Customizing for Engineering Change
Management.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CC851 - Effectivity type DATE does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CC851, which states "Effectivity type DATE does not exist," typically occurs in the context of configuration management, particularly when dealing with configurable materials or variant configuration in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid effectivity type for the specified date in the configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Effectivity Type: The effectivity type "DATE" is not defined in the system. This can happen if the effectivity types have not been set up correctly in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration profile or the material master may not have the correct effectivity type assigned.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the configuration profiles or the material master records.
  Versioning Issues: If the system is trying to access a version of a configuration that is not valid for the current date, this error may occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Effectivity Types: Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify that the effectivity type "DATE" is defined. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., transaction code SPRO for customizing).
  Define Effectivity Type: If the effectivity type does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings under the variant configuration section.
  Review Configuration Profiles: Check the configuration profiles associated with the material to ensure that they are correctly set up and that the effectivity types are properly assigned.
  Material Master Data: Review the material master data to ensure that it is correctly configured and that the effectivity types are correctly assigned.
  Check Validity Dates: Ensure that the configuration you are trying to access is valid for the current date. If the configuration is time-sensitive, make sure you are within the valid date range.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on effectivity types and configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CU50 (Configuration Profile), MM02 (Change Material), and CS01 (Create BOM) to manage configurations and materials.
  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 view and modify configuration settings in SAP.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the configuration behaves as expected.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP configuration management.