How To Fix CMD_BS_MAT_MKAL_API003 - Valid from &1, valid to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_BS_MAT_MKAL_API - Message class for MDG MKAL

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Valid from &1, valid to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_MKAL_API003 - Valid from &1, valid to &2 ?

  The SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_MKAL_API003 typically relates to issues with the validity periods of a material's master data, particularly in the context of material valuation or pricing. This error indicates that there is a problem with the validity dates for a specific material, which can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create or update a material master record or when processing a transaction that involves material data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Range: The validity period specified for the material (valid from &1 to &2) is incorrect. This could mean that the "valid from" date is after the "valid to" date, or that the dates do not align with the current date or other relevant data.
  Missing Data: The material master record may not have been fully maintained, leading to missing validity dates.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as overlapping validity periods for