How To Fix MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS027 - Material &1 could not be saved with validity date ( &2 / &3 )

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS - Material/Vendor Sustainability Validations

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Material &1 could not be saved with validity date ( &2 / &3 )

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS027 - Material &1 could not be saved with validity date ( &2 / &3 ) ?

  The SAP error message MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS027 indicates that a material could not be saved due to issues related to its validity date. This error typically arises in the context of material master data management, particularly when dealing with the validity periods for certain data fields.
  Cause:
  The error message usually occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  
  Invalid Validity Dates: The validity dates provided for the material are either in the past or not in the correct format. The start date must be earlier than the end date.
  
  
  Overlapping Validity Periods: There may be existing records for the same material that have overlapping validity periods, which can cause conflicts.
  
  
  Missing Required Fields: Certain required fields related to the material master data may not be filled out correctly, leading to validation failures.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  Ensure that the validity start date is earlier than the end date.
  Verify that the dates are in the correct format and are not set in the past.
  
  
  
  Review Existing Records:
  
  Check for any existing records for the material that may have overlapping validity periods. You can do this by reviewing the material master data in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales Data, etc.).
  
  
  
  Complete Required Fields:
  
  Ensure that all mandatory fields in the material master are filled out correctly. This includes checking for any additional data that may be required based on the material type or industry sector.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary permissions to edit the material master data. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required access.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to review and edit the material master data.
  Use MM03 (Display Material) to check existing records and their validity periods.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  Material Master Views: Understand the different views of the material master (Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing, etc.) and how validity dates apply to each.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.