How To Fix RECETM209 - &1: Validity of condition &2 is not within the validity for the rule

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECETM - Messages for Valuation Rule

• Message number: 209

• Message text: &1: Validity of condition &2 is not within the validity for the rule

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECETM209 - &1: Validity of condition &2 is not within the validity for the rule ?

  The SAP error message RECETM209 indicates that there is a validity issue with a condition in a pricing or condition record. Specifically, the message states that the validity of the condition (identified by &2) is not within the validity period defined for the rule (identified by &1). This typically occurs in the context of pricing procedures, condition records, or rebate agreements.
  Cause:
  
  Validity Period Mismatch: The condition record you are trying to use has a validity period that does not overlap with the validity period of the pricing rule or the transaction date.
  Incorrect Date Settings: The transaction date or the date of the condition record may be set incorrectly, leading to a mismatch.
  Missing Condition Records: The required condition records may not be created or activated for the specified period.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the pricing procedure or condition types that are causing the validity check to fail.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Go to the condition record maintenance transaction (e.g., VK11, VK12) and verify the validity dates of the condition record in question.
  Ensure that the validity period of the condition record overlaps with the date of the transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Check the pricing procedure configuration to ensure that the rules and conditions are set up correctly.
  Make sure that the condition types used in the pricing procedure are correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If the transaction date is incorrect, adjust it to fall within the validity period of the condition records.
  If necessary, update the validity dates of the condition records to include the required date range.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Records:
  
  If the condition record does not exist for the required period, create a new condition record with the appropriate validity dates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional insights on the specific condition type and pricing procedure you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify condition records and pricing procedures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.