How To Fix J3212 - Company code &, transaction &, cat. &: Correct the validity date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3 - Dialog Messages for Data Pool Entry Transactions

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Company code &, transaction &, cat. &: Correct the validity date

What causes this issue?

In the data record, the validity date of the cash flow (field "DZSGLT")
is not correctly filled in.

System Response

The entry can not be processed.

How to fix this error?

Correct the validity date.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3212 - Company code &, transaction &, cat. &: Correct the validity date ?

  The SAP error message J3212 typically indicates an issue with the validity date of a specific transaction or entry related to a company code and a particular transaction category. This error often arises in the context of financial transactions, such as asset accounting or general ledger postings, where the validity dates of certain records do not align with the current date or the expected date range.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Validity Date: The validity date for the transaction or entry is either in the past or future, which is not acceptable based on the system's configuration or the current date.
  Transaction Category Issues: The transaction category may have specific date constraints that are not being met.
  Company Code Configuration: The company code may have specific settings that restrict the posting dates for transactions.
  Period Closing: The posting period may be closed, preventing any transactions from being posted outside of the allowed date range.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the validity dates for the transaction or entry. Ensure that they fall within the acceptable range as defined by the company code settings.
  Adjust Dates: If the dates are incorrect, adjust them to the correct values that align with the current date or the expected posting period.
  Review Transaction Category Settings: Check the configuration for the transaction category to ensure that it allows postings for the specified dates.
  Open Posting Period: If the posting period is closed, you may need to open it again (if appropriate) or post the transaction in an open period.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidelines related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB52 to manage posting periods or AS01 for asset transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the validity dates or posting periods.
  Testing: After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.