How To Fix H1191 - The objects you want to link do not have a mutual validity period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: H1 - Messages Used in HR Funds and Position Management

• Message number: 191

• Message text: The objects you want to link do not have a mutual validity period

What causes this issue?

You want to link two objects that do not have the same validity period.

System Response

You cannot link these objects with each other.

How to fix this error?

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 H1191 - The objects you want to link do not have a mutual validity period ?

  The SAP error message H1191, which states "The objects you want to link do not have a mutual validity period," typically occurs when you are trying to create a link between two objects (such as a material and a vendor, or a customer and a sales order) that do not have overlapping validity periods. This can happen in various SAP modules, including Materials Management (MM) and Sales and Distribution (SD).
  Cause:
  
  Validity Period Mismatch: The objects you are trying to link have different validity periods. For example, a vendor may be valid for a specific time frame, and the material or customer you are trying to link it to may not fall within that time frame.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect or incomplete data entries in the master records of the objects involved.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system may not allow for the linking of objects with non-overlapping validity periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Validity Periods: Review the validity periods of both objects. Ensure that they overlap. You can do this by checking the master data records for the objects involved.
  
  For example, if you are linking a vendor to a material, check the vendor's validity period in the vendor master record and the material's validity period in the material master record.
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Periods: If the validity periods do not overlap, you may need to adjust them. This could involve:
  
  Extending the validity period of one of the objects.
  Creating a new record with the correct validity period that aligns with the other object.
  
  
  
  Data Correction: If there are data entry errors, correct them in the respective master records. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the system settings allow for the linking of objects with the desired validity periods.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, try to link the objects again to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material), MK02 (Change Vendor), or VD02 (Change Customer) to check and modify the master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on managing master data and validity periods.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.