How To Fix RMSL016 - Changes before the date &1 are not possible

RMSL016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSL - Labeling Application Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Changes before the date &1 are not possible

What causes this issue?

The valid-from date of the specified change number is before the
valid-from date of the first change state of the label.
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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

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RMSL016 - Details

• The SAP error message RMSL016, which states "Changes before the date &1 are not possible," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Retail Management System (RMS) or similar modules where date-sensitive data is being processed. This error indicates that an attempt is being made to modify data that is locked or restricted due to its date being earlier than a specified cutoff date.
  
  Cause:
  
  Date Restrictions: The system has a defined cutoff date for making changes to certain records. This is often implemented to maintain data integrity and prevent changes to historical data.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to prevent changes to data that is older than a certain date, which is often set during the configuration of the system.
  Data Locking: Certain processes may lock data for changes after a specific date to ensure that reports and analyses based on historical data remain consistent.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Cutoff Date: Review the date