How To Fix RFM_MM_PUR_PC049 - You cannot change the validity start date. See long text.

RFM_MM_PUR_PC049 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_MM_PUR_PC -

• Message number: 049

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

What causes this issue?

The system displays this message if one of the contract items contains
Fashion relevant attributes such as seasons, value-added services (VAS),
or application variants.

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_PC049 - You cannot change the validity start date. See long text. ?

  The SAP error message RFM_MM_PUR_PC049, which states "You cannot change the validity start date," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or contracts, when there is an attempt to modify the validity start date of a purchasing info record or a contract that is not allowed due to certain constraints.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Transactions: The validity start date may be locked because there are existing transactions (like purchase orders or goods receipts) that reference the info record or contract.
  Status of the Document: The document may be in a status that does not allow changes, such as being released or completed.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may restrict changes to the validity dates based on business rules or settings in the purchasing module.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Transactions: Review if there are any active purchase orders or other documents that reference the info record or contract. If so, you may need