How To Fix LFS_SSTN_VALIDATIONS045 - Vendor &1 is saved with validity date ( &2 / &3 )

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LFS_SSTN_VALIDATIONS - Sustainability Validations

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Vendor &1 is saved with validity date ( &2 / &3 )

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LFS_SSTN_VALIDATIONS045 - Vendor &1 is saved with validity date ( &2 / &3 ) ?

  The SAP error message LFS_SSTN_VALIDATIONS045 indicates that a vendor is being saved with a validity date that is not valid for the current transaction or process. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Logistics and Supply Chain Management, particularly when dealing with vendor master data in the Logistics Execution (LE) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) modules.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The vendor's validity period (defined by the start date &2 and end date &3) does not align with the current date or the date of the transaction being processed.
  The vendor may be inactive or not valid for the specific time frame in which the transaction is being executed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Vendor Validity Dates:
  
  Go to the vendor master data in SAP (transaction code XK03 for general data or MK03 for purchasing data).
  Verify the validity dates of the vendor. Ensure that the current date falls within the defined validity period.
  
  
  
  Update Validity Dates:
  
  If the validity dates are incorrect or need to be extended, you can update them using transaction code XK02 (to change vendor master data).
  Make sure to set the start and end dates appropriately to ensure the vendor is valid for the required period.
  
  
  
  Check for Inactive Vendors:
  
  If the vendor is marked as inactive, you may need to reactivate it or create a new vendor record if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult with Business Process Owners:
  
  If you are unsure about the validity dates or the status of the vendor, consult with the relevant business process owners or the procurement team to ensure that the vendor is correctly set up for the intended transactions.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  In some cases, the issue may be related to configuration settings in the system. Ensure that the settings for vendor management and validity checks are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Vendor Master Data
  XK02: Change Vendor Master Data
  MK03: Display Purchasing Data
  MK02: Change Purchasing Data
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to vendor validity checks.
  Review SAP Help documentation for more details on vendor master data management.
  
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit vendor master data.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the vendor is valid for the transactions you are attempting to process.