How To Fix W_CB491 - Valid To &1 for condition contract is not a valid date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_CB -

• Message number: 491

• Message text: Valid To &1 for condition contract is not a valid date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_CB491 - Valid To &1 for condition contract is not a valid date ?

  The SAP error message:
  W_CB491 Valid To &1 for condition contract is not a valid date
  typically occurs in the context of condition contracts or condition records in SAP, especially when dealing with pricing conditions or contract validity periods.
  
  Cause
  
  
  The "Valid To" date entered for the condition contract is either:
  
  Not a valid date format according to SAP standards.
  Earlier than the "Valid From" date.
  Missing or incorrectly maintained.
  Outside the allowed date range (e.g., before the system start date or after the maximum allowed date).
  
  
  
  Sometimes, this error can also occur if the date field is left blank or contains invalid characters.
  
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Date Format:
  
  Ensure the "Valid To" date is entered in the correct format (usually DD.MM.YYYY or as per your SAP system's date format).
  
  
  
  Validate Date Logic:
  
  Confirm that the "Valid To" date is not earlier than the "Valid From" date.
  The "Valid To" date should be equal to or later than the "Valid From" date.
  
  
  
  Maintain Valid Dates:
  
  Make sure the date is within the allowed range configured in your system.
  Avoid leaving the "Valid To" field empty if it is mandatory.
  
  
  
  Re-enter or Correct the Date:
  
  Go to the transaction or screen where the condition contract is maintained (e.g., VK31, VK32, or relevant contract maintenance transaction).
  Correct the "Valid To" date and save again.
  
  
  
  Check for User Exits or Enhancements:
  
  Sometimes custom code or validations might enforce stricter date rules. Check if any user exits or BAdIs are influencing date validation.
  
  
  
  System Date Settings:
  
  Verify system date settings and user-specific date format settings if the problem persists.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transactions involved:
  
  Condition contract maintenance: VK31 (Create), VK32 (Change), VK33 (Display)
  Pricing condition maintenance: VK11, VK12, VK13
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to condition contract date validations if the problem is persistent or system-wide.
  
  
  
  SAP Help:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation on condition contracts and validity periods.
  
  
  
  Error Message Class:
  
  The message class W_CB491 indicates a warning related to condition contracts.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  W_CB491 Valid To &1 for condition contract is not a valid date
  
  
  Cause
  Invalid or incorrectly entered "Valid To" date (format, logic, missing, or out of range)
  
  
  Solution
  Correct the "Valid To" date ensuring proper format and logical validity
  
  
  Transactions
  VK31, VK32, VK33, VK11, VK12, VK13
  
  
  Additional
  Check user exits, system date settings, and SAP Notes if issue persists
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where this error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.