How To Fix RETMCA024 - &1: new validity period &2 would delete another period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RETMCA - Terms

• Message number: 024

• Message text: &1: new validity period &2 would delete another period

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RETMCA024 - &1: new validity period &2 would delete another period ?

  The SAP error message RETMCA024 indicates that there is an issue with the validity periods of a condition record in the SAP system. Specifically, the message states that the new validity period you are trying to set would overlap with or delete an existing validity period for the same condition record.
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when you attempt to create or modify a condition record (such as pricing, discounts, or other conditions) in a way that conflicts with existing records. The system is designed to prevent overlapping validity periods to maintain data integrity and ensure that the correct conditions are applied during transactions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Validity Periods: Review the existing condition records for the relevant condition type. You can do this by navigating to the condition records in the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction codes like VK11, VK12, or VK13 for pricing conditions).
  
  
  Adjust