How To Fix M8_2061 - Document date not within validity period of purchasing document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Document date not within validity period of purchasing document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2061 - Document date not within validity period of purchasing document ?

  The SAP error message M8_2061, which states "Document date not within validity period of purchasing document," typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a document (such as a purchase order or goods receipt) with a document date that falls outside the validity period of the associated purchasing document.
  Cause:
  
  Document Date Issue: The document date you are using is either before the start date or after the end date of the validity period defined in the purchasing document.
  Purchasing Document Validity: The purchasing document (like a purchase order) has specific validity dates set, and any transactions related to it must occur within this timeframe.
  Configuration Settings: There may be settings in the purchasing document that restrict the dates for processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Dates: Verify the document date you are using. Ensure that it falls within the validity period of the purchasing document.
  Review Purchasing Document: Open the purchasing document in SAP and check the validity dates. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., ME23N for display purchase order).
  Adjust Document Date: If the document date is incorrect, adjust it to a date that is within the validity period.
  Modify Validity Period: If necessary and if you have the appropriate permissions, you can extend the validity period of the purchasing document to include the desired document date. This can be done by editing the purchasing document (e.g., ME22N for changing purchase order).
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you are unsure about making changes or if the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME21N (Create Purchase Order).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on purchasing documents and their validity settings.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify purchasing documents in SAP.
  Training: If you frequently encounter this error, consider training on SAP purchasing processes to better understand document management and validity periods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M8_2061 error and successfully process your purchasing documents.