How To Fix CMM_NB_MAT_KEYDATE008 - Valid From date is greater than "Valid To" date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMM_NB_MAT_KEYDATE - Near-by-Maturity Calculations

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Valid From date is greater than "Valid To" date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMM_NB_MAT_KEYDATE008 - Valid From date is greater than "Valid To" date ?

  The SAP error message CMM_NB_MAT_KEYDATE008 indicates that there is an issue with the date settings in a material master record or a related configuration. Specifically, the error states that the "Valid From" date is greater than the "Valid To" date, which is logically incorrect and prevents the system from processing the data correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that during the creation or modification of a material master record, the user has mistakenly entered a "Valid From" date that is later than the "Valid To" date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or imported in bulk, there may be inconsistencies in the date fields.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the material master data settings that allow for invalid date ranges.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the material master record in question. Navigate to the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales) and check the "Valid From" and "Valid To" dates. Ensure that the "Valid From" date is earlier than the "Valid To" date.
  
  
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the dates are incorrect, update them to reflect a valid range. For example, if the "Valid From" date is set to 2023-12-01 and the "Valid To" date is set to 2023-11-30, change the "Valid From" date to a date before or equal to the "Valid To" date.
  
  
  Data Validation: If the error arises from a bulk upload or migration, validate the data before importing it into SAP. Ensure that all date ranges are logical and correct.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct date settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the material master record can be processed as intended.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material) to access and modify material master records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address similar issues or provide additional guidance on handling date-related errors.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CMM_NB_MAT_KEYDATE008 and ensure that your material master records are correctly configured.