How To Fix CRM_BUPA_HIERARCHY031 - Validity of lower-level node &1 is not in validity period you specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BUPA_HIERARCHY - CRM BP Group Hierarchy

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Validity of lower-level node &1 is not in validity period you specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_BUPA_HIERARCHY031 - Validity of lower-level node &1 is not in validity period you specified ?

  The SAP error message CRM_BUPA_HIERARCHY031 indicates that there is an issue with the validity period of a lower-level node in a business partner hierarchy. Specifically, it means that the validity of the lower-level node (in this case, identified by &1) does not fall within the validity period that you have specified for the higher-level node.
  Cause:
  
  Validity Period Mismatch: The lower-level node has a validity period that does not overlap with the validity period of the higher-level node. This can happen if the lower-level node is set to be valid for a different time frame than what is being defined for the higher-level node.
  Incorrect Date Entry: The dates entered for the validity period of the higher-level node may be incorrect or not aligned with the dates of the lower-level node.
  Hierarchy Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the business partner hierarchy that lead to this inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Periods: Review the validity periods of both the higher-level node and the lower-level node. Ensure that the validity period of the lower-level node falls within the specified validity period of the higher-level node.
  Adjust Dates: If the validity periods do not match, you may need to adjust the dates of either the higher-level or lower-level node to ensure they align correctly.
  Reconfigure Hierarchy: If there are configuration issues, you may need to reconfigure the business partner hierarchy to ensure that all nodes are set up correctly with appropriate validity periods.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing business partner hierarchies and validity periods.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage business partner data and check the hierarchy.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the validity periods and making adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the business partner hierarchy is correctly configured.