How To Fix DG456 - Dangerous goods master record is not currently valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DG - DG: Messages for Dangerous Goods Management

• Message number: 456

• Message text: Dangerous goods master record is not currently valid

What causes this issue?

The dangerous goods master record for the current method to be checked
is not valid for the current date.

System Response

The dangerous goods master record is not checked.

How to fix this error?

Check the date entered.
Create a valid dangerous goods master record if required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DG456 - Dangerous goods master record is not currently valid ?

  The SAP error message DG456, which states "Dangerous goods master record is not currently valid," typically occurs when you are trying to process a dangerous goods item in SAP, but the associated dangerous goods master record is either not valid for the specified date or is missing altogether.
  Causes:
  
  Validity Period: The dangerous goods master record may have a defined validity period, and the current date falls outside this range.
  Missing Record: The dangerous goods master record may not exist for the material you are trying to process.
  Status Issues: The record may be inactive or flagged for deletion.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry, such as incorrect material numbers or incorrect plant codes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  Go to the dangerous goods master record (transaction code: CG02).
  Verify the validity period of the record and ensure that the current date falls within this range.
  If necessary, update the validity dates.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Dangerous Goods Master Record:
  
  If the record does not exist, create a new dangerous goods master record using transaction code CG01.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Status:
  
  Ensure that the dangerous goods master record is active and not marked for deletion.
  If it is inactive, you may need to reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master:
  
  Check the material master record (transaction code: MM03) to ensure that the dangerous goods data is correctly linked to the material.
  Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant and that the dangerous goods data is maintained for that plant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to dangerous goods management for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or edit dangerous goods master records.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CG01: Create Dangerous Goods Master Record
  CG02: Change Dangerous Goods Master Record
  CG03: Display Dangerous Goods Master Record
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to dangerous goods management.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on dangerous goods management in SAP to better understand how to manage these records effectively.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DG456 error and ensure that your dangerous goods records are valid and properly maintained.