How To Fix CMD_BS_MAT_API159 - Validity date of cross-plant material status is in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_BS_MAT_API - Message Class for Sydney Material API Layer

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Validity date of cross-plant material status is in the past

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_API159 - Validity date of cross-plant material status is in the past ?

  The SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_API159 indicates that there is an issue with the validity date of a cross-plant material status. Specifically, it means that the validity date set for the material status is in the past, which is not acceptable for the system to process the material correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Past Validity Date: The primary cause of this error is that the validity date for the cross-plant material status has been set to a date that is earlier than the current date.
  Incorrect Data Entry: During the creation or modification of the material status, an incorrect date may have been entered.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the validity dates may not have been updated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the validity dates for the cross-plant material status in the material master record. Ensure that the validity date is set to a future date.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the material master record (transaction code MM02 or MM03) and checking the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Plant Data).
  
  
  
  Update the Material Status: If the validity date is indeed in the past, update it to a valid future date.
  
  Use transaction code MM02 to change the material status and set a new validity date.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, review the configuration settings related to material status in the system to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Data Migration Review: If the error is a result of data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all dates are correctly set during the transfer.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing material statuses and their validity dates.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), MM01 (Create Material).
  Material Master Views: Basic Data, Plant Data, and other relevant views where material status is defined.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMD_BS_MAT_API159 error and ensure that the material status is valid for processing.