How To Fix VR455 - Specify partner data, a PO number, or a validity period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VR - Output for SD Reporting

• Message number: 455

• Message text: Specify partner data, a PO number, or a validity period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VR455 - Specify partner data, a PO number, or a validity period ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VR455 - Specify partner data, a PO number, or a validity period
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in SAP when you try to save or process a document (often a contract, scheduling agreement, or outline agreement) without specifying at least one of the following mandatory fields:
  
  Partner data (e.g., vendor or customer information)
  Purchase Order (PO) number
  Validity period (start and end dates)
  
  The system requires at least one of these to ensure the document is properly linked and valid for processing.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During the creation or change of outline agreements (contracts, scheduling agreements).
  When the system checks for completeness of partner and validity data.
  If the document is missing essential reference data that ties it to a vendor/customer or a valid time frame.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify Partner Data:
  
  Ensure that the partner (vendor or customer) is correctly entered in the document. Check the partner tab or relevant section and fill in the required partner information.
  
  
  Enter a PO Number:
  
  If applicable, provide a valid Purchase Order number that relates to the document.
  
  
  Define Validity Period:
  
  Enter the start and end dates for the validity of the document. This ensures the system knows the timeframe during which the document is effective.
  
  
  Check Document Type and Configuration:
  
  Sometimes, the error can be due to missing mandatory fields configured in the document type. Verify the document type settings in customizing (SPRO) to ensure the required fields are correctly set.
  
  
  Review User Input:
  
  Make sure that the data entered complies with the business rules and that no mandatory fields are left blank.
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This message is a standard validation message to prevent incomplete or invalid documents from being saved.
  It helps maintain data integrity and ensures that purchasing or sales documents are properly linked to partners and valid periods.
  If you are unsure which field is missing, check the document header and partner tabs carefully.
  In some cases, custom validations or user exits might enforce additional checks leading to this message.
  
  
  Summary:
  VR455 means you must enter at least one of the following in your document: partner data, a PO number, or a validity period. Check and complete these fields before saving or processing the document.
  
  If you need help with a specific transaction or document type, please provide more details!