How To Fix R1757 - Effect on another validity interval; use change mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 757

• Message text: Effect on another validity interval; use change mode

What causes this issue?

You tried to create a BP relationship/role definition with a validity
period that overlaps another validity period assigned to this BP
relationship/role definition. An adjustment to the validity periods
that already exist is necessary. The adjustment is not made during
summary entry.

System Response

Error message
It is not possible to create with this validity period using summary
entry.

How to fix this error?

Use change mode to create the BP relationship/role definition.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1757 - Effect on another validity interval; use change mode ?

  The SAP error message R1757, which states "Effect on another validity interval; use change mode," typically occurs in the context of maintaining master data, such as in the Material Master or other similar data records. This error indicates that the changes you are trying to make to a record will affect another validity interval, and therefore, you need to switch to change mode to proceed.
  Cause:
  
  Validity Intervals: In SAP, many master data records have validity periods (start and end dates). If you are trying to change a record that overlaps with another existing validity interval, SAP will prevent you from making the change in display mode.
  Data Integrity: This mechanism is in place to ensure data integrity and consistency. It prevents users from inadvertently creating overlapping validity periods that could lead to confusion or incorrect data usage.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to switch to change mode. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Switch to Change Mode:
  
  Navigate to the transaction where you encountered the error (e.g., MM01, MM02 for Material Master).
  Instead of being in display mode, switch to change mode. This is usually done by selecting the "Change" option or using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., MM02 for changing Material Master data).
  
  
  
  Review Validity Intervals:
  
  Check the existing validity intervals for the record you are trying to change. Make sure you understand how your changes will affect these intervals.
  If necessary, adjust the existing intervals to accommodate your changes.
  
  
  
  Make Necessary Changes:
  
  After switching to change mode and reviewing the validity intervals, make the necessary changes to the record.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  Once you have made the changes, save the record. Ensure that the changes do not create any overlapping validity periods.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  Master Data Management: Understanding how master data is structured in SAP and the importance of validity intervals can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the data. If you do not have the required permissions, you may need to contact your SAP administrator.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R1757 error and successfully make the necessary changes to your SAP master data.