How To Fix W_CB187 - Validity interval or exclusion indicator missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_CB -

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Validity interval or exclusion indicator missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_CB187 - Validity interval or exclusion indicator missing ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message W_CB187: Validity interval or exclusion indicator missing:
  
  Error Message: W_CB187 - Validity interval or exclusion indicator missing
  
  Cause:
  This warning message typically occurs in SAP when you are maintaining or processing condition records (pricing, discounts, surcharges, etc.) or other master data that require a validity period or an exclusion indicator, but neither has been specified.
  
  Validity interval missing: The system expects a start and end date (validity period) for the condition or master data record, but these dates are not entered.
  Exclusion indicator missing: Alternatively, if the record is meant to be excluded (e.g., to block or exclude certain conditions), the exclusion indicator should be set. If neither the validity interval nor the exclusion indicator is maintained, the system raises this warning.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  While creating or changing condition records in pricing (transaction codes like VK11, VK12).
  When maintaining master data or customizing entries that require validity dates or exclusion flags.
  During data upload or batch input sessions where these fields are not populated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Validity Interval:
  
  Enter a valid From Date and To Date for the condition record or master data.
  Ensure the dates are logical (From Date = To Date).
  This defines the period during which the condition or data is valid.
  
  
  
  Set Exclusion Indicator (if applicable):
  
  If the record is meant to exclude or block certain conditions, set the exclusion indicator flag.
  This tells the system that the record is not valid for processing but is intentionally excluded.
  
  
  
  Check Data Entry:
  
  Review the data entry screen or upload file to ensure these fields are not left blank.
  If using batch input or LSMW, verify the source data includes these fields.
  
  
  
  Customizing Check:
  
  In some cases, the system configuration might require these fields.
  Check the relevant customizing settings in IMG (Implementation Guide) for condition types or master data to confirm if validity intervals or exclusion indicators are mandatory.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Message Class: CB1 (or similar, depending on module)
  Message Type: Warning (W) — the system allows you to continue but recommends correction.
  Related Transactions: VK11, VK12, VK13 (Pricing), or other master data maintenance transactions.
  Impact: If ignored, the condition record might not behave as expected during pricing or processing because the system cannot determine when the record is valid or excluded.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error Message
  W_CB187 - Validity interval or exclusion indicator missing
  
  
  Cause
  Neither validity dates nor exclusion indicator maintained for condition/master data record
  
  
  Solution
  Enter validity start and end dates or set exclusion indicator
  
  
  When it occurs
  Creating/changing condition records or master data without validity/exclusion info
  
  
  Impact
  Potential incorrect pricing or data processing due to missing validity info
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or context where you encounter this message, I can help with more specific instructions.