How To Fix SQADB008 - Validity is unrestricted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SQADB - Question and Answer Database Messages

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Validity is unrestricted

What causes this issue?

You want to create a list of question validity values for a context,
but you have classified the validity of the question in this context as
unrestricted.

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?

Classify the value list as either inclusive or exclusive and then enter
the values for this context.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SQADB008 - Validity is unrestricted ?

  The SAP error message SQADB008, which states "Validity is unrestricted," typically occurs in the context of SAP Query or SAP Query-related transactions. This message indicates that the validity period for a certain object (like a query or a report) is not restricted, meaning that the system does not have any specific validity dates set for that object.
  Cause:
  
  Unrestricted Validity: The object in question (e.g., a query) has been defined without any validity restrictions, which can lead to confusion or issues when trying to execute or manage the object.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the SAP system that is causing the validity settings to be ignored or not set correctly.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the validity settings of the object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Validity Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant query or object in the SAP Query transaction (e.g., SQ01 for queries).
  Check the validity settings for the query. If it is indeed set to "unrestricted," consider setting specific validity dates if applicable.
  
  
  
  Modify Query:
  
  If the query is intended to have a restricted validity, modify the query settings to include the appropriate validity dates.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the query. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing query validity and related settings.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to check for any underlying configuration issues in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Query Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the SAP Query documentation to understand how validity periods work and how to manage them effectively.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to SAP Query include:
  
  SQ01: Query Management
  SQ02: InfoSet Management
  SQ03: User Group Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the SQADB008 error message.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.