How To Fix /SAPAPO/RELH026 - Invalid valid from and valid to values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RELH -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Invalid valid from and valid to values

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RELH026 - Invalid valid from and valid to values ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RELH026 Invalid valid from and valid to values typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there are issues with the validity dates of a planning object, such as a product or a location. This error indicates that the "valid from" and "valid to" dates specified for a certain planning object are not set correctly, leading to inconsistencies in the data.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Date Range: The "valid from" date is later than the "valid to" date, which creates an invalid range.
  Missing Dates: Either the "valid from" or "valid to" date is not specified, leading to ambiguity.
  Overlapping Validity Periods: There may be existing entries with overlapping validity periods that conflict with the new entry being created or modified.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to incorrect date formats or values.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Date Values: Review the "valid from" and "valid to" dates for the planning object in question. Ensure that the "valid from" date is earlier than the "valid to" date.
  Correct Missing Dates: If either date is missing, provide the appropriate values to ensure a valid range.
  Review Existing Entries: Check for existing entries that may have overlapping validity periods. Adjust the dates of existing entries if necessary to resolve conflicts.
  Data Format: Ensure that the date format is correct and consistent with the system's requirements.
  Transaction Logs: If applicable, check transaction logs or change logs to identify when the error started occurring and what changes were made prior to that.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC90 (for master data) to access and modify the relevant planning objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on managing validity periods in APO.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/RELH026 Invalid valid from and valid to values error and ensure that your planning data is correctly configured.