How To Fix WRF_ARTICLELIST080 - Both validity dates were changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_ARTICLELIST - Mesage Class of Material List

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Both validity dates were changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_ARTICLELIST080 - Both validity dates were changed ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_ARTICLELIST080 – Both validity dates were changed
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when both the start date and end date of a validity period for an article or material are changed simultaneously in a context where only one date is allowed to be modified at a time. Typically, this happens during the maintenance or update of article master data, pricing conditions, or validity intervals in SAP Retail or related modules.
  The system expects either the start date or the end date to be changed individually to maintain data consistency and avoid overlapping or invalid validity periods. Changing both dates at once can lead to inconsistencies in the validity intervals, which the system flags as an error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Modify only one validity date at a time:
  
  When updating the validity period, change either the start date or the end date, but not both simultaneously.
  
  
  Check for overlapping intervals:
  
  Ensure that the new validity period does not overlap with existing intervals for the same article or condition.
  
  
  Use correct transaction or maintenance screen:
  
  Sometimes, the error arises due to incorrect handling of validity intervals. Use the appropriate SAP transaction or screen designed for validity period maintenance.
  
  
  If both dates must be changed:  
  
  First, delete or deactivate the existing validity interval.  
  Then, create a new validity interval with the desired start and end dates.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for specific patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  This message is common in SAP Retail or SAP IS-Retail modules, especially when managing article master data or pricing conditions with validity periods.
  
  
  Validity intervals are crucial for controlling the time frames during which certain data (prices, articles, conditions) are valid.
  
  
  Proper handling of validity dates ensures accurate pricing, availability, and reporting.
  
  
  Transactions often involved:  
  
  MM42 (Change Material)  
  VK32 (Change Pricing Condition)  
  Custom article maintenance transactions in Retail.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or context where this error occurs, I can offer more tailored guidance.