How To Fix DFS_POSITION_COMMON117 - Valid to date must be earlier than &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DFS_POSITION_COMMON - Message Class for Defense Position Common

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Valid to date must be earlier than &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_POSITION_COMMON117 - Valid to date must be earlier than &. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_POSITION_COMMON117 indicates that there is an issue with the date validation in a transaction or process where a "Valid to" date must be earlier than a specified date (represented by &). This typically occurs in scenarios involving date ranges, such as in master data maintenance, position management, or other related functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the "Valid to" date entered in the system is either the same as or later than the date specified (the & placeholder). This violates the business logic or rules defined in the system, which require that the "Valid to" date must always be earlier than the specified date.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Dates: Review the "Valid to" date you have entered. Ensure that it is set to a date that is earlier than the specified date (the & value).
  
  
  Adjust the Date: If the "Valid to" date is incorrect, modify it to a date that meets the requirement. For example, if the specified date is 2023-12-31, the "Valid to" date should be set to any date before 2023-12-31.
  
  
  Review Business Logic: If you believe the date logic is incorrect or needs to be adjusted, consult with your SAP functional team or system administrator to review the business rules and logic that govern date validations.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, re-attempt the transaction or process to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transaction codes depending on the context, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PP01 (Maintain Plan Data), or others related to position management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are documented in SAP Notes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more information on date handling and validation rules in the specific module you are working with.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.