How To Fix /PLMI/AL_GSS068 - Cannot assign valid-from date &1 to change number &2 for use in BOM &3

/PLMI/AL_GSS068 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/AL_GSS -

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Cannot assign valid-from date &1 to change number &2 for use in BOM &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/AL_GSS068 - Cannot assign valid-from date &1 to change number &2 for use in BOM &3 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/AL_GSS068 indicates that there is an issue with assigning a valid-from date to a change number for a Bill of Materials (BOM). This error typically arises in the context of change management and BOM maintenance in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Assignment: The valid-from date you are trying to assign to the change number is either in the past or does not meet the criteria set in the system for that particular change number.
  Change Number Status: The change number may not be in a status that allows for the assignment of a valid-from date. For example, it might be in a "locked" status or not yet released.
  BOM Validity: The BOM itself may have restrictions or existing valid-from dates that conflict with the date you are trying to assign.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the change management or BOM management that restrict the assignment of certain dates.
  
  
  Solution:
  
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