How To Fix GMCUSTOM013 - Grant &1 not valid on &2; grant valid from &3 to &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GMCUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Grants Management

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Grant &1 not valid on &2; grant valid from &3 to &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GMCUSTOM013 - Grant &1 not valid on &2; grant valid from &3 to &4 ?

  The SAP error message GMCUSTOM013 indicates that there is an issue with a grant (or authorization) that is not valid for a specific object or time period. The message typically follows this format:
  
  Grant &1: This is the identifier of the grant that is being referenced.
  Object &2: This is the object (such as a project, cost center, etc.) to which the grant is being applied.
  Valid from &3 to &4: This indicates the time period during which the grant is valid.
  
  Cause
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Grant: The specified grant is not valid for the object in question. This could be due to incorrect configuration or assignment of grants to objects.
  Time Period Issue: The grant may be valid only for a specific time frame, and the current date falls outside of this range.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified grant.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the grant or object identifiers.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the GMCUSTOM013 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Grant Validity:
  
  Verify that the grant specified in the error message is indeed valid for the object you are trying to use it with. This can be done by checking the configuration settings in the relevant SAP module (e.g., Project System, Controlling).
  
  
  
  Review Time Period:
  
  Check the validity dates of the grant. Ensure that the current date falls within the valid range specified in the error message. If the grant is expired, you may need to extend its validity or create a new grant.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the grant. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entries for any typos or incorrect identifiers. Ensure that the grant and object numbers are entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for specific details related to the configuration of grants and authorizations in your system.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to grants and authorizations, such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or KSB1 (Cost Centers).
  User Roles: Review the user roles and profiles assigned to the user encountering the error to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the GMCUSTOM013 error in your SAP system.