How To Fix WRF_REF043 - Valid-to date &1 before start of listing period &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_REF - Messages from References for Materials Without History

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Valid-to date &1 before start of listing period &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_REF043 - Valid-to date &1 before start of listing period &2 ?

  The SAP error message WRF_REF043 indicates that there is a problem with the validity dates of a pricing condition or a listing in the system. Specifically, the error states that the "Valid-to date" is before the "start of the listing period." This typically occurs in the context of pricing, promotions, or listing agreements where the dates set for the validity of a condition do not align correctly with the expected listing period.
  Cause:
  
  Date Configuration: The "Valid-to date" for a pricing condition or listing is set earlier than the "start of the listing period." This can happen due to incorrect manual entry or misconfiguration in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the material or customer may have incorrect validity dates.
  Promotion or Listing Setup: If you are setting up a promotion or listing, the dates may not have been aligned properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the validity dates for the pricing conditions or listings involved. Ensure that the "Valid-to date" is set to a date that is on or after the "start of the listing period."
  Adjust Dates: If the dates are incorrect, adjust the "Valid-to date" to ensure it is valid for the entire listing period.
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for the relevant material or customer to ensure that all date fields are correctly populated.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates, consult the relevant documentation or guidelines for setting up pricing conditions or listings in your organization.
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to adjust pricing conditions.
  Master Data Maintenance: Use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or XD02 (Change Customer) to review and update master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to pricing conditions or master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WRF_REF043 error and ensure that your pricing conditions and listings are set up correctly.