How To Fix /PLMI/GSS_R2B018 - Valid-from date of change number must be &1 or later

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/GSS_R2B -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Valid-from date of change number must be &1 or later

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_R2B018 - Valid-from date of change number must be &1 or later ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_R2B018 Valid-from date of change number must be &1 or later typically occurs in the context of change management within SAP, particularly when dealing with change numbers in the Logistics or Production Planning modules. This error indicates that the valid-from date of the change number you are trying to use is earlier than the date specified in the error message.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to assign a change number with a valid-from date that is earlier than the date that is currently set in the system. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Trying to activate a change number that has not yet become effective.
  Incorrectly entering or selecting a change number that is not valid for the current date.
  System settings or configurations that restrict the use of certain change numbers based on their valid-from dates.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Valid-From Date: Review the change number you are trying to use and check its valid-from date. Ensure that it is set to a date that is equal to or later than the date you are trying to apply it.
  
  
  Update the Change Number: If the change number is not valid for the current date, you may need to create a new change number with the correct valid-from date or adjust the existing change number's dates if possible.
  
  
  Consult Change Management Settings: If you are unsure about the settings or configurations related to change numbers, consult with your SAP administrator or a colleague who manages change management processes in your organization.
  
  
  Review Documentation: Check the SAP documentation or help resources for more information on how change numbers and their valid-from dates are managed in your specific SAP environment.
  
  
  Testing: If you have made changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CC01 (Create Change Number), CC02 (Change Change Number), and CC03 (Display Change Number) to manage change numbers effectively.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify change numbers in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.