How To Fix GHO_OWNERSHIP_UI008 - Effective To Date must be similar

GHO_OWNERSHIP_UI008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_OWNERSHIP_UI - UI Message Class for Ownership

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Effective To Date must be similar

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_OWNERSHIP_UI008 - Effective To Date must be similar ?

  The SAP error message GHO_OWNERSHIP_UI008, which states "Effective To Date must be similar," typically occurs in the context of managing ownership data, such as in the SAP Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) module or similar applications where ownership records are maintained.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when there is a mismatch in the "Effective To Date" field for ownership records. The system expects that the "Effective To Date" for a new or updated record should be similar (or in a specific relationship) to existing records. This could happen due to:
  
  Date Overlap: The new record's "Effective To Date" overlaps with an existing record's date range.
  Incorrect Date Format: The date format may not be recognized by the system.
  Missing Required Fields: Other related fields may not be filled out correctly, leading to validation errors.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Records: Review the existing ownership records to ensure that the "Effective