How To Fix O4020 - Date & is out of the validity period of condition.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O4 - IS-Oil: MAP message pool

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Date & is out of the validity period of condition.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O4020 - Date & is out of the validity period of condition. ?

  The SAP error message O4020 ("Date & is out of the validity period of condition") typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions in SAP, particularly when working with sales documents, purchase orders, or other transactions that involve pricing conditions. This error indicates that the date you are trying to use for a transaction falls outside the validity period of the pricing condition defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date: The date you are using for the transaction (e.g., order date, delivery date) is either before the start date or after the end date of the pricing condition.
  Condition Records: The condition records for pricing may not be set up correctly, or they may not cover the date of the transaction.
  Change in Validity: The validity of the condition records may have changed due to updates or changes in the pricing strategy.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (like customer or material master) may not be aligned with the pricing conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Go to the condition records for the relevant pricing condition (using transaction codes like VK13 for sales or ME13 for purchasing).
  Verify the validity dates of the condition records to ensure they cover the date of your transaction.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If the transaction date is incorrect, adjust it to fall within the validity period of the condition records.
  If the condition records need to be updated, create or modify them to include the necessary date range.
  
  
  
  Create New Condition Records:
  
  If the existing condition records do not meet your requirements, consider creating new condition records with the appropriate validity dates.
  
  
  
  Consult with Pricing Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the pricing strategy or how to adjust the condition records, consult with your pricing or sales team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the relevant master data (customer, material, etc.) is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate pricing conditions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition) for managing pricing conditions.
  Pricing Procedure: Understand the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document type or purchasing document type, as it determines how conditions are applied.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to pricing conditions and validity periods for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the O4020 error and ensure that your transactions are processed correctly within the SAP system.