How To Fix /SRMSMC/SUSTAIN027 - Identical validity periods not allowed: supplier &1, record &2, record &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/SUSTAIN -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Identical validity periods not allowed: supplier &1, record &2, record &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/SUSTAIN027 - Identical validity periods not allowed: supplier &1, record &2, record &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/SUSTAIN027 indicates that there is an issue with the validity periods of supplier records in the system. Specifically, it means that there are multiple records for the same supplier that have identical validity periods, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is typically caused by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Records: There are multiple entries for the same supplier with overlapping or identical validity periods.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of supplier records, the user may have inadvertently entered the same validity period for different records.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to prevent duplicate validity periods for supplier records, leading to this error when such a situation is detected.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Records:
  
  Use transaction codes like ME03 (Display Purchasing Info Record) or BP (Business Partner) to check the supplier records.
  Look for records with the same supplier ID and identical validity periods.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Records:
  
  If you find duplicate records, you can either modify the validity period of one of the records to make it unique or delete the unnecessary duplicate record.
  Ensure that the changes comply with your organization's data management policies.
  
  
  
  Check Data Entry Procedures:
  
  Review the data entry procedures to ensure that users are aware of the need to avoid creating duplicate records with the same validity periods.
  Consider implementing validation checks or training for users to prevent this issue in the future.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidelines on managing supplier records and validity periods.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for Business Partner management and ME03 for purchasing info records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  System Configuration: Review the configuration settings in your SAP system that pertain to supplier management and validity periods to ensure they align with your business requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.