How To Fix MDC_BP_MODEL034 - Valid from is after valid to for Address Data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_BP_MODEL - Business Partner Data Model

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Valid from is after valid to for Address Data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_BP_MODEL034 - Valid from is after valid to for Address Data ?

  The SAP error message MDC_BP_MODEL034 "Valid from is after valid to for Address Data" typically occurs when there is an inconsistency in the validity dates for address data in the Business Partner (BP) master data. This error indicates that the "Valid From" date is set to a date that is later than the "Valid To" date, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The user may have inadvertently entered the "Valid From" date as later than the "Valid To" date when creating or updating address data for a business partner.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or imported in bulk, there may have been errors in the date formats or values.
  Manual Errors: Users may have manually entered dates incorrectly during data maintenance.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to correct the validity dates for the address data. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access the Business Partner Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP in SAP to access the Business Partner master data.
  
  
  
  Select the Business Partner:
  
  Enter the relevant Business Partner number and select the appropriate role (e.g., Customer, Vendor).
  
  
  
  Navigate to Address Data:
  
  Go to the "Address" tab or section where the address data is maintained.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  Look for the "Valid From" and "Valid To" fields. Ensure that the "Valid From" date is earlier than or equal to the "Valid To" date.
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If the "Valid From" date is after the "Valid To" date, adjust the dates accordingly. Set the "Valid From" date to an earlier date than the "Valid To" date.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, save the changes to the Business Partner data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Date Formats: Ensure that the date formats are consistent with the system settings (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY).
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry processes to prevent similar errors in the future.
  User Training: Provide training for users who maintain Business Partner data to ensure they understand how to correctly enter validity dates.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MDC_BP_MODEL034 error and ensure that the address data for the Business Partner is correctly maintained.