How To Fix CRM_MKTPL_EAI262 - Product group &1 contains effective dates

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPL_EAI - Marketing Planner Object Upload Messages

• Message number: 262

• Message text: Product group &1 contains effective dates

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_EAI262 - Product group &1 contains effective dates ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_EAI262 indicates that there is an issue with a product group in the SAP CRM system, specifically that the product group contains effective dates. This typically means that the product group has been defined with a validity period, and the system is unable to process it due to the presence of these effective dates.
  Cause:
  
  Effective Dates: The product group has been set up with specific start and end dates, which may not align with the current date or the date of the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the product group, such as overlapping effective dates or missing date entries.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the product group in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to this error when trying to access or manipulate the product group.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Effective Dates: Review the effective dates of the product group in question. Ensure that the current date falls within the defined validity period. If necessary, adjust the effective dates to include the current date.
  Data Maintenance: If there are overlapping or conflicting effective dates, resolve these inconsistencies by updating or deleting the conflicting entries.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings for the product group in the SAP system. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing product groups and effective dates.
  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: You may need to use transaction codes like CRMD_ORDER or CRMD_ORDERADM_H to view or edit the product group details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit product group data in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.