How To Fix WMGW_PUR_MATRIX009 - The "Valid To" date should not be before the "Valid From" date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WMGW_PUR_MATRIX - Purchasing Price Matrix

• Message number: 009

• Message text: The "Valid To" date should not be before the "Valid From" date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WMGW_PUR_MATRIX009 - The "Valid To" date should not be before the "Valid From" date ?

  The SAP error message WMGW_PUR_MATRIX009 indicates that there is an issue with the validity dates in a purchasing matrix or related configuration. Specifically, it means that the "Valid To" date is set to a date that is earlier than the "Valid From" date, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in scenarios where:
  
  You are trying to create or update a purchasing info record, contract, or similar object in SAP.
  The "Valid From" date is set to a later date than the "Valid To" date, which violates the logical sequence of validity periods.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Dates: Review the "Valid From" and "Valid To" dates in the relevant transaction or configuration screen.
  Correct the Dates: Ensure that the "Valid To" date is set to a date that is equal to or later than the "Valid From" date. Adjust the dates accordingly.
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes and check if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on what you are working on, you might be using transaction codes like ME11 (Create Info Record), ME12 (Change Info Record), ME31K (Create Contract), etc.
  Date Formats: Ensure that the date formats are consistent with your system settings to avoid any misinterpretation of the dates.
  Validation Rules: Familiarize yourself with the validation rules in your SAP configuration that might affect date entries.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing purchasing documents and validity periods.
  
  If the issue persists after correcting the dates, consider checking for any custom validations or enhancements that might be affecting the date logic in your SAP environment.