How To Fix FV_PROD_VERS042 - Keydate is outside the validity range of the production version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FV_PROD_VERS - Messages for Production Version Maintenance

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Keydate is outside the validity range of the production version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FV_PROD_VERS042 - Keydate is outside the validity range of the production version ?

  The SAP error message FV_PROD_VERS042 indicates that the key date you are trying to use is outside the validity range of the production version for a material. This typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation (like creating a production order or running a report) that requires a valid production version, but the key date you specified does not fall within the defined validity period of that production version.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Key Date: The key date you are using is either before the start date or after the end date of the production version's validity.
  Production Version Not Defined: The production version for the material may not be defined for the key date you are using.
  Changes in Production Versions: If the production version was recently changed or deleted, it may no longer be valid for the key date.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  Go to the production version configuration for the material (Transaction code: C202 or C223).
  Check the validity dates of the production version and ensure that the key date you are using falls within this range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Key Date:
  
  If possible, adjust the key date to a date that falls within the validity range of the production version.
  
  
  
  Create/Update Production Version:
  
  If the production version is not valid for the required key date, consider creating a new production version or updating the existing one to extend its validity.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Ensure that the material master data is correctly maintained and that the production version is assigned to the material.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for managing production versions in your organization to ensure compliance with internal processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  C202: Change Production Version
  C223: Display Production Version
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  Production Version: A production version defines how a material is produced, including the bill of materials (BOM) and routing to be used.
  Key Date: The key date is typically the date on which you want to perform the operation (e.g., production order creation).
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.