How To Fix CMM_MM004 - Valuation key date for reference &1 &2 &3 &4 is outside validity period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMM_MM -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Valuation key date for reference &1 &2 &3 &4 is outside validity period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMM_MM004 - Valuation key date for reference &1 &2 &3 &4 is outside validity period ?

  The SAP error message CMM_MM004 indicates that the valuation key date for a specific reference (such as a material, plant, or valuation area) is outside the validity period defined in the system. This typically occurs in the context of material valuation or inventory management when the system is trying to access valuation data that is not valid for the specified date.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Range: The valuation key date you are trying to use falls outside the defined validity period for the material or valuation area.
  Missing Valuation Data: There may be no valuation data maintained for the specified material and date.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material valuation may not be set up correctly, leading to discrepancies in the validity periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Validity Period:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the valuation data for the material in question. Ensure that the valuation key date falls within the defined validity period.
  
  
  
  Update Valuation Data:
  
  If the validity period is incorrect or missing, you may need to update the valuation data. This can be done through transaction code MM02 (Change Material) to add or modify the valuation data for the material.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to material valuation in the SAP system. Ensure that the valuation classes and other related settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to material valuation and the specific error message for additional insights.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM01: Create Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Material Valuation: Familiarize yourself with the concepts of material valuation in SAP, including valuation classes, price control, and the impact of these on inventory management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.