How To Fix WRF_PRC_CTR709 - Daet &1 is not an operative date; enter informative date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PRC_CTR - Purchasing Procurement Controlling Seasonal Procurement

• Message number: 709

• Message text: Daet &1 is not an operative date; enter informative date

What causes this issue?

The predecessor of an <ZK>informative </>date cannot be an informative
date.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter an operative date as a predecessor of the informative date.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_CTR709 - Daet &1 is not an operative date; enter informative date ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PRC_CTR709 indicates that the date you are trying to use in a particular transaction or process is not recognized as an operative date. This typically occurs in the context of pricing or master data management within the SAP system, particularly in the SAP Retail (IS-Retail) module.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Operative Date: The date you entered is not within the range of operative dates defined in the system. Operative dates are usually defined in the context of pricing, promotions, or master data validity.
  Incorrect Date Format: The date may be in an incorrect format or not recognized by the system.
  Missing Validity Period: The master data (like pricing conditions) may not have a validity period that includes the date you are trying to use.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the pricing or master data that restrict the use of certain dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify that the date you are entering is correct and falls within the defined operative dates in the system.
  Use Informative Date: If the date is not operative, you may need to enter an informative date that is valid for the transaction you are performing.
  Review Master Data: Check the relevant master data (like pricing conditions, promotions, etc.) to ensure that they have the correct validity periods set up.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings related to pricing and master data to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), or others related to pricing and master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., IS-Retail) for more details on date handling and master data management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.