How To Fix /SAPAPO/CURTO_UI067 - &1 validity starts before the PDS validity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CURTO_UI -

• Message number: 067

• Message text: &1 validity starts before the PDS validity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CURTO_UI067 - &1 validity starts before the PDS validity ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CURTO_UI067 &1 validity starts before the PDS validity typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is a mismatch between the validity periods of a characteristic or a master data object and the Process Data Structure (PDS) associated with it.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the validity period of the characteristic or master data object you are trying to maintain or use starts before the validity period of the PDS. In other words, the system is trying to apply a characteristic that is not valid for the time frame defined in the PDS.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Validity Periods:
  
  Review the validity periods of the characteristic or master data object you are trying to use. Ensure that the start date of the characteristic's validity period is not earlier than the start date of the PDS validity period.
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Periods:
  
  If necessary, adjust the validity period of the characteristic or master data object to align with the PDS validity period. This may involve extending the validity period or changing the start date.
  
  
  
  Review PDS Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the PDS to ensure that it is set up correctly and that its validity period is appropriate for the data you are working with.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that all related master data objects and characteristics are consistent in terms of their validity periods. This includes checking for any other dependencies that may affect the validity.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Update PDS:
  
  If the PDS is outdated or incorrectly configured, consider recreating or updating it to reflect the correct validity periods.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing validity periods in APO.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/PDS to view or edit PDS settings, or /SAPAPO/MC62 to manage characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the validity periods of your master data and PDS are aligned correctly.