How To Fix O5213 - Validity dates restriction message type is missing.

O5213 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O5 - IS-Oil: MCOE message pool

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Validity dates restriction message type is missing.

What causes this issue?

No message type was entered after switching on the restriction for the
validity dates field.

System Response

The message type is required.

How to fix this error?

Set the message type to 'E' for error mode, 'W' for warning mode, or
'I' for information mode. This determines the type of message used for
checking the contract restriction on the validity dates field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O5213 - Validity dates restriction message type is missing. ?

  The SAP error message O5213, which states "Validity dates restriction message type is missing," typically occurs in the context of configuring or using the SAP system for certain functionalities, such as pricing, conditions, or master data management. This error indicates that there is a missing configuration related to the validity dates for a specific message type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error usually arises when the system expects a validity date configuration for a specific message type, but it has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Message Type: The message type being used may not have the necessary settings for validity dates.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not have been properly configured to handle validity dates.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Message Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction).
  Navigate to the area where message types are defined (e.g., for pricing, conditions, etc.).
  Ensure that