How To Fix DFS_POSITION_COMMON170 - Enter a valid to date for the blocked position.

DFS_POSITION_COMMON170 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Enter a valid to date for the blocked position.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_POSITION_COMMON170 - Enter a valid to date for the blocked position. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_POSITION_COMMON170 typically occurs when there is an issue with the date settings for a position that has been blocked in the system. This error indicates that the "to date" for the blocked position is not valid or has not been set correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Entry: The "to date" for the position may be set to a date that is earlier than the "from date" or is not in the correct format.
  Missing Date: The "to date" field may be left blank, which is not acceptable for a blocked position.
  Date Range Issues: The date range for the position may not align with the company's fiscal year or other date-related configurations in the system.
  Position Status: The position may be in a status that does not allow for the current date settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Fields: Go to the position management screen and verify that both the "from date" and "to date" fields