How To Fix 06190 - Requisition date is in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Requisition date is in the past

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06190 - Requisition date is in the past ?

  The SAP error message "06190 Requisition date is in the past" typically occurs when a user attempts to create or modify a purchase requisition with a requisition date that is earlier than the current date. This error is designed to prevent users from entering dates that are not valid in the context of procurement processes.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The user has manually entered a requisition date that is earlier than today's date.
  System Date Settings: The system date may be incorrectly set, leading to confusion about what constitutes a "past" date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may contain past dates that are not valid in the current system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check and Update the Requisition Date:
  
  Open the purchase requisition in question.
  Navigate to the date field and update it to a current or future date.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Verify System Date:
  
  Ensure that the system date is set correctly. You can check this by using transaction code SU01 to view the user profile or by checking the system settings.
  If the system date is incorrect, consult your system administrator to correct it.
  
  
  
  Review Data Migration:
  
  If the error arises from migrated data, review the data entries for any requisition dates that are in the past and update them accordingly.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Provide training to users on how to correctly enter requisition dates and the importance of ensuring they are not in the past.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on creating purchase requisitions and understanding date fields.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition) and ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition) for managing requisitions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.