How To Fix E9064 - Key field &1, from- and to-date cannot be changed (AUTO)

E9064 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E9 - General IS-U Error Messages

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Key field &1, from- and to-date cannot be changed (AUTO)

What causes this issue?

Key field &1, as well as the FROM- and TO- date fields (FROM/TO) of the
time slice to be created or changed, may not be changed in the
automation data.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E9064 - Key field &1, from- and to-date cannot be changed (AUTO) ?

  The SAP error message E9064, which states "Key field &1, from- and to-date cannot be changed (AUTO)," typically occurs in the context of maintaining certain master data records, such as those related to time management, personnel administration, or other modules where date ranges are critical.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to change the "from" and "to" dates of a key field that is set to be automatically managed by the system. In many cases, these dates are tied to specific business rules or configurations that prevent manual changes to ensure data integrity and consistency. The key field indicated by &1 is usually a field that is critical for the record's validity period.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., Personnel Administration, Time Management) to understand why the dates are locked. There may be settings that dictate how date ranges are