How To Fix CM_EHFND_VERSIONING011 - Valid From dates of the new and the "&1" revisions are the same

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_VERSIONING -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Valid From dates of the new and the "&1" revisions are the same

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_VERSIONING011 - Valid From dates of the new and the "&1" revisions are the same ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_VERSIONING011 indicates that there is a conflict with the "Valid From" dates of a new revision and an existing revision of a business object or data record. Specifically, it means that both the new revision and the existing revision (referred to as "&1" in the message) have the same "Valid From" date, which is not allowed in the versioning logic of SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Valid From Dates: The primary cause of this error is that when you are trying to create or update a revision of a business object, the "Valid From" date you are trying to set is identical to that of an existing revision.
  Versioning Rules: SAP enforces versioning rules that require each revision to have a unique "Valid From" date to maintain the integrity of historical data and ensure that each version can be distinctly identified.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Revisions: Review the existing revisions of the business object or data record to identify the current "Valid From" dates. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to list the revisions.
  
  
  Change the Valid From Date: Modify the "Valid From" date of the new revision you are trying to create. Ensure that it is different from the existing revisions. You can set it to a future date or a date that does not conflict with existing records.
  
  
  Save Changes: After adjusting the "Valid From" date, attempt to save the new revision again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the versioning rules or how to manage revisions, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Versioning in SAP: Understanding how versioning works in SAP is crucial. Each business object can have multiple revisions, and each revision must have a unique "Valid From" date.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that allow you to view and manage revisions, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or specific transaction codes related to the module you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create or update the revision in SAP.