How To Fix /ISDFPS/PM020 - It is not possible to change expired support relationships

/ISDFPS/PM020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: It is not possible to change expired support relationships

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM020 - It is not possible to change expired support relationships ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM020 indicates that there is an attempt to change a support relationship that has already expired. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's support relationship management, where certain relationships between entities (like customers, vendors, or products) have a defined validity period.
  
  Cause:
  
  Expired Support Relationship: The primary cause of this error is that the support relationship you are trying to modify has already expired. This means that the validity period for that relationship has ended, and any changes to it are not allowed.
  Incorrect Date Handling: Sometimes, the system may not correctly recognize the current date or the expiration date due to configuration issues or data inconsistencies.
  User Permissions: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary permissions to modify support relationships, especially if they are expired.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Dates: Verify the validity dates of the support relationship you are trying to change. If it has indeed expired,