How To Fix PG479 - &3 is not the valid CE start date for &1 and &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PG - Error Messages for Master Data Programs

• Message number: 479

• Message text: &3 is not the valid CE start date for &1 and &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG479 - &3 is not the valid CE start date for &1 and &2 ?

  The SAP error message PG479 indicates that there is an issue with the validity of the "CE start date" (Cost Element start date) for a specific cost element and controlling area. This error typically arises in the context of controlling (CO) and financial accounting (FI) when trying to perform operations related to cost elements, such as creating or changing cost centers, internal orders, or other related objects.
  Cause:
  The error message PG479 occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Date: The specified CE start date does not fall within the valid range of dates for the cost element in question. This could be because the cost element is not active for the specified date.
  Master Data Issues: The cost element may not be properly defined or may have been deactivated for the controlling area or company code.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the controlling area or cost element that restrict the use of certain dates.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PG479 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Validity:
  
  Go to the transaction code KA03 (Display Cost Element) and check the validity of the cost element. Ensure that the cost element is active for the date you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Review Date Settings:
  
  Verify the date you are trying to use. Ensure that it falls within the valid range of the cost element. If necessary, adjust the date to a valid one.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the cost element is correctly defined in the system and is not marked as inactive. You can check this in the cost element master data.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the controlling area and cost element. Ensure that there are no restrictions that would prevent the use of the specified date.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the cost element settings, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try to perform the operation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: KA03 (Display Cost Element), KA02 (Change Cost Element), KA01 (Create Cost Element).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify cost element data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PG479 error and implement a solution to resolve it.