How To Fix /CPD/PWS_RATECARD086 - Validity period changed from &1 to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PWS_RATECARD -

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Validity period changed from &1 to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/PWS_RATECARD086 - Validity period changed from &1 to &2 ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/PWS_RATECARD086 indicates that there has been a change in the validity period of a rate card in the SAP system. This message typically arises in the context of SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CC) or similar modules where rate cards are used to define pricing for services.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when there is an inconsistency or conflict regarding the validity period of a rate card. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual Changes: A user may have manually changed the validity period of a rate card, which conflicts with existing configurations or transactions.
  Data Migration: During data migration or updates, the validity periods may not align with the expected values.
  System Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the system that leads to conflicting validity periods for the same rate card.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Review Changes: Check the changes made to the rate card's validity period. Ensure that the new validity period does not conflict with existing records or transactions.
  Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check in the system to identify any discrepancies related to the rate card's validity periods.
  Update Records: If necessary, update the records to ensure that the validity periods are consistent across all relevant configurations and transactions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing rate cards and their validity periods.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue or if it affects critical business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to rate card management in SAP CC, such as /CPD/PWS_RATECARD for managing rate cards.
  User Roles: Ensure that users making changes to rate cards have the appropriate roles and authorizations to avoid unauthorized changes that could lead to such errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.