How To Fix /PLMI/BO_RCP044 - Specifications are not valid at &1 (Validity starts at &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_RCP -

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Specifications are not valid at &1 (Validity starts at &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_RCP044 - Specifications are not valid at &1 (Validity starts at &2) ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_RCP044 Specifications are not valid at &1 (Validity starts at &2) typically indicates that there is an issue with the validity period of a specification in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or when dealing with specifications in the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Validity Period: The specification you are trying to use is not valid for the current date or the date you are trying to process. The validity period of the specification starts at a date that is later than the current date.
  Missing Specifications: The specification may not be defined for the material or object you are working with.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that affect how specifications are managed or validated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the validity dates of the specification in question. Ensure that the current date falls within the validity period of the specification. If the specification is not valid, you may need to create a new specification or adjust the existing one.
  
  
  Update Specifications: If the specification is outdated or incorrect, update it to ensure it has the correct validity period. This may involve changing the start date or creating a new version of the specification.
  
  
  Review Material/Document Assignment: Ensure that the specification is correctly assigned to the material or document you are working with. If it is not assigned, you may need to link the specification to the relevant object.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing specifications and validity periods.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide assistance based on your specific configuration and requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes to view or edit specifications, such as C223 for managing specifications or C201 for creating specifications.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling specifications and validity periods.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit specifications in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.