How To Fix GMMASTERDATA061 - Program &1 not valid for life of grant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GMMASTERDATA - Grant master data maintenance messages only

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Program &1 not valid for life of grant

What causes this issue?

The sponsored program is not valid for the life of the grant.

System Response

Warning.

How to fix this error?

Each sponsored program allowed by a sponsor has a valid-from date
maintained in the sponsor master. This valid-from date should be
earlier than the grant valid-from date.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GMMASTERDATA061 - Program &1 not valid for life of grant ?

  The SAP error message GMMASTERDATA061 ("Program &1 not valid for life of grant") typically occurs in the context of Grant Management (GM) within SAP. This error indicates that the program specified in the error message is not valid for the duration of the grant. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Program Validity: The program associated with the grant may not be valid for the entire life of the grant. This can happen if the program has been changed, deactivated, or if its validity period does not cover the grant's duration.
  Grant Configuration: The grant may have been configured incorrectly, leading to a mismatch between the grant's validity and the program's validity.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry when creating or modifying the grant or program.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Program Validity:
  
  Go to the program master data and check the validity dates. Ensure that the program is active and valid for the entire duration of the grant.
  If the program is not valid, you may need to extend its validity or create a new program that covers the required period.
  
  
  
  Review Grant Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the grant. Ensure that the grant is linked to the correct program and that all settings are correctly defined.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the configuration.
  
  
  
  Data Correction:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the entries in the grant or program master data.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on Grant Management and program validity.
  If you have access to SAP Notes, search for any relevant notes that might address this specific error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the grant and program linkage to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  GMGRANT: Grant Management Grant Master Data
  GMPROGRAM: Grant Management Program Master Data
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and details of the steps you have taken.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to grant and program data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GMMASTERDATA061 error and ensure that your grant management processes run smoothly.