How To Fix RFM_MM_PUR_PC048 - You cannot change the validity start or end date. See long text.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_MM_PUR_PC -

• Message number: 048

• Message text: You cannot change the validity start or end date. See long text.

What causes this issue?

The system displays this message if the contract is a principal purchase
agreement that consists of a subordinate contract or a purchase order.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_MM_PUR_PC048 - You cannot change the validity start or end date. See long text. ?

  The SAP error message RFM_MM_PUR_PC048 indicates that you are trying to change the validity start or end date of a purchasing document (such as a purchase order or contract) in a way that is not allowed by the system. This typically occurs when there are existing transactions or dependencies that prevent the modification of these dates.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Transactions: There may be existing purchase orders, goods receipts, or invoices that are linked to the purchasing document, which restricts changes to the validity dates.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow changes, such as being released or completed.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict changes to validity dates based on business rules or settings in the purchasing module.
  Dependencies: Other related documents or conditions may depend on the validity dates, making it impossible to change them without affecting those dependencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Ensure that the purchasing document is in a status that allows for changes. If it is released or completed, you may need to reverse or cancel those transactions first.
  Review Related Transactions: Look for any related transactions (like goods receipts or invoices) that may be linked to the purchasing document. You may need to adjust or delete these transactions before changing the validity dates.
  Consult Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. You can do this by navigating to the error message in SAP and viewing the long text for specific guidance.
  Configuration Review: If you have the necessary permissions, review the configuration settings in the purchasing module to see if there are any restrictions on changing validity dates.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME22N (Change Purchase Order) or ME31K (Create Contract) to navigate the purchasing documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to purchasing documents, as restrictions may be in place based on user roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.