How To Fix WU142 - Modules exist. Listing end must not be later than &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Modules exist. Listing end must not be later than &

What causes this issue?

You tried to change the listing period for a plant group. You can no
longer extend the listing period forwards or backwards because
promotion modules, to which a validity period was assigned that is
identical to the existing listing period in the promotion header,
already exist.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid date.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU142 - Modules exist. Listing end must not be later than & ?

  The SAP error message WU142 indicates that there is an issue with the time frame specified for a listing in the system. Specifically, it means that the end date of the listing you are trying to create or modify is later than the end date of the existing modules. This can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with pricing, promotions, or other time-sensitive data in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are attempting to create or modify a listing (e.g., a pricing condition or promotion) with an end date that exceeds the end date of existing modules or listings.
  There may be overlapping or conflicting time periods for the listings or modules that are already defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Listings/Modules:
  
  Review the existing listings or modules to identify their end dates. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction codes like VK11 for pricing conditions or VK31 for condition records).
  
  
  
  Adjust the End Date:
  
  Modify the end date of the new listing you are trying to create or update so that it does not exceed the end date of the existing modules. Ensure that the new listing's time frame is valid and does not conflict with existing data.
  
  
  
  Review Time Periods:
  
  Ensure that the time periods for all related listings or modules are correctly defined and do not overlap in a way that would cause conflicts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct time frames or how to adjust them, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the listings are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing listings and modules, such as VK11, VK31, VK12, etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to create or modify listings in the system, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WU142 error and successfully manage your listings in SAP.