How To Fix FOX0117 - Explosion profile &1: Date vldty: Valid-to date is before valid-from date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FOX0 - FOX Customizing

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Explosion profile &1: Date vldty: Valid-to date is before valid-from date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FOX0117 - Explosion profile &1: Date vldty: Valid-to date is before valid-from date ?

  The SAP error message FOX0117 indicates that there is an issue with the validity dates of an explosion profile in the context of a bill of materials (BOM) or similar configuration. Specifically, the error states that the "Valid-to date" is before the "Valid-from date," which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: When creating or modifying an explosion profile, the user may have inadvertently entered the "Valid-to date" as an earlier date than the "Valid-from date."
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been bulk updates, it is possible that the dates were not correctly aligned.
  Manual Errors: Users may have manually entered dates without proper validation, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FOX0117 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Dates:
  
  Navigate to the explosion profile in question.
  Verify the "Valid-from date" and "Valid-to date" fields.
  Ensure that the "Valid-to date" is equal to or later than the "Valid-from date."
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If you find that the "Valid-to date" is indeed before the "Valid-from date," update the "Valid-to date" to a date that is equal to or later than the "Valid-from date."
  
  
  
  Review Related Records:
  
  Check if there are any related records or dependencies that might also have date constraints. Ensure that all related records are consistent.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the explosion profile functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct dates or the implications of changing them, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), or CS03 (Display BOM) to access and modify the explosion profile.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling explosion profiles and validity dates.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the explosion profile.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FOX0117 error and ensure that your explosion profile is correctly configured.