How To Fix RMSA_VRS045 - You cannot change the header data outside the validity period

RMSA_VRS045 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSA_VRS - RMS: Versioning

• Message number: 045

• Message text: You cannot change the header data outside the validity period

What causes this issue?

You can only change the validity period in the header data for existing
objects.

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.

RMSA_VRS045 - Details

• The SAP error message RMSA_VRS045, which states "You cannot change the header data outside the validity period," typically occurs in the context of managing data related to master data or configuration settings in SAP, particularly in the area of resource management or similar modules.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when a user attempts to modify the header data of a record (such as a resource, project, or other master data) that is outside its defined validity period. Each record in SAP can have a specific validity period, which is defined by start and end dates. If the current date falls outside this range, the system will prevent any changes to ensure data integrity and consistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Validity Period: Review the validity period of the record you are trying to modify. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or screen where the record