How To Fix /PRA/VL_SD018 - No Effective Dated records exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/VL_SD -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No Effective Dated records exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/VL_SD018 - No Effective Dated records exist ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/VL_SD018 No Effective Dated records exist typically occurs in the context of SAP's Variant Configuration or when dealing with effective-dated records in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. This error indicates that the system could not find any records that are valid for the date being processed.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Valid Records: The primary cause of this error is that there are no effective-dated records available for the specific date you are trying to process. This could happen if:
  
  The records have not been created for the relevant date.
  The records have been deleted or archived.
  The records are not active or valid for the date in question.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Date: The date being used in the transaction may not match any of the effective dates in the database.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the system that prevent the effective-dated records from being recognized.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Effective Dated Records: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or table where the effective-dated records are stored (e.g., using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11).
  Verify if there are any records available for the date you are trying to process.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Records: 
  
  If no records exist for the required date, you may need to create new records or update existing ones to ensure they are valid for the date in question.
  
  
  
  Review Date Settings: 
  
  Ensure that the date being used in the transaction is correct and corresponds to the effective dates of the records.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the effective-dated records in the system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to the effective-dated records in your particular module or scenario.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), or specific transaction codes related to your module (e.g., VA01 for sales orders).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the effective-dated records.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.