How To Fix /SAPAPO/TT034 - Validity area has been violated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TT -

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Validity area has been violated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TT034 - Validity area has been violated ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TT034 Validity area has been violated typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the validity of a planning object, such as a product or a location, in relation to the time period or the data being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Time Period: The error often arises when the data being processed falls outside the defined validity period for a planning object. For example, if you are trying to plan for a product that is not valid for the specified time frame.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data (like product master, location master, etc.) may not be maintained correctly or may be missing for the specified period.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as overlapping validity periods or gaps in the data that violate the expected rules.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the APO system can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Period: Verify the validity period of the planning object (product, location, etc.) in the master data. Ensure that the time frame you are trying to plan for is within the defined validity period.
  Maintain Master Data: If the validity period is incorrect or missing, update the master data accordingly. This can be done through transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MAT1 for material master or /SAPAPO/LOC1 for location master.
  Review Planning Book Settings: Check the settings of the planning book you are using to ensure that it is configured correctly and that the data is being pulled from the right sources.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on your master data to identify any discrepancies or issues that need to be resolved.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for maintaining master data and checking planning books, such as /SAPAPO/MAT1, /SAPAPO/LOC1, and /SAPAPO/MC62.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.