How To Fix VBDRV056 - The derivation is not active for time &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VBDRV - Derivation of Batch Characteristics

• Message number: 056

• Message text: The derivation is not active for time &1

What causes this issue?

The derivation is not active for the derivation event &V1&.

System Response

No derivation can take place for this derivation event.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the search procedures for the event &V1& in Customizing for
batch derivation.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VBDRV056 - The derivation is not active for time &1 ?

  The SAP error message VBDRV056, which states "The derivation is not active for time &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP's condition technique, particularly when dealing with pricing or condition records in sales and distribution (SD) or other modules that utilize condition derivation.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the system is trying to access a condition derivation that is not active for the specified time period. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Inactive Derivation: The derivation strategy or rule that is supposed to be applied is not active for the specified date.
  Date Range Issues: The condition records or derivation rules may have specific validity periods, and the date being referenced does not fall within that range.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the condition technique setup, where the derivation is not properly defined or activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VBDRV056 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Validity of the Derivation:
  
  Go to the condition records or the derivation strategy in the SAP system.
  Verify that the derivation is active for the date specified in the error message.
  
  
  
  Activate the Derivation:
  
  If the derivation is not active, you may need to activate it. This can usually be done in the customizing settings (SPRO) under the relevant area (e.g., Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control).
  
  
  
  Review Date Ranges:
  
  Ensure that the date you are trying to process falls within the validity period of the condition records or derivation rules. If necessary, adjust the validity dates.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the condition technique to ensure that all necessary derivations are correctly set up and activated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the condition technique and derivation settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the pricing or condition derivation works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition) to manage condition records.
  Customizing Path: The path to check and configure condition derivation is usually found under:
  
  SPRO > Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control > Define Condition Derivation.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.