How To Fix WI804 - &1 &2 is valid only from &3 to &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WI - BPT Workflow: Messages from Info System

• Message number: 804

• Message text: &1 &2 is valid only from &3 to &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WI804 - &1 &2 is valid only from &3 to &4 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WI804 &1 &2 is valid only from &3 to &4
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to use or assign an object (such as a work center, activity type, or another master data element) outside its valid date range. The system checks the validity period of the object and finds that the date you are trying to use is not within the allowed validity interval.
  
  &1 = Object type (e.g., Work Center, Activity Type)
  &2 = Object ID or name
  &3 = Validity start date
  &4 = Validity end date
  
  For example, if you try to assign a work center to a routing or production order with a date outside the work center's validity period, this error will be triggered.
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Assigning a work center to a routing or production order with a date outside the work center's validity.
  Using an activity type or cost center outside its valid date range.
  Entering master data in transactions where the date is not within the validity period maintained in the master data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Validity Period:
  
  Go to the master data of the object mentioned in the error (e.g., work center, activity type).
  Check the validity dates maintained for the object.
  Transaction examples:
  
  Work Center: CR02 (Change Work Center)
  Activity Type: KP26 or KA02
  Cost Center: KS02
  
  
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Dates:
  
  If the validity period is too short or does not cover the required date, extend the validity period to include the date you want to use.
  Make sure the new validity period does not conflict with other data or business rules.
  
  
  
  Correct the Date in the Transaction:
  
  If extending validity is not possible or not desired, correct the date in the transaction to fall within the existing validity period.
  
  
  
  Check for Multiple Validity Periods:
  
  Sometimes multiple validity intervals exist. Ensure the correct interval is used.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Validity periods are used in SAP to ensure data consistency and control the time frame during which master data is applicable.
  Always verify the business impact before changing validity dates.
  If the object is no longer valid, consider creating a new object with the correct validity period.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WI804 &1 &2 is valid only from &3 to &4
  
  
  Cause
  Object used outside its validity period
  
  
  Solution
  Adjust validity dates or correct transaction date
  
  
  Transactions
  CR02 (Work Center), KP26/KA02 (Activity Type), KS02 (Cost Center)
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact object type and transaction you are working with, I can give more specific guidance.