How To Fix 06367 - Date entered lies in the future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 367

• Message text: Date entered lies in the future

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06367 - Date entered lies in the future ?

  The SAP error message "06367 - Date entered lies in the future" typically occurs when a user attempts to enter a date that is beyond the current date in a transaction or process where only past or present dates are allowed. This error is common in various SAP modules, such as Finance (FI), Controlling (CO), and Materials Management (MM), where date validation is crucial for data integrity.
  
  Cause:
  
  Future Date Entry: The most straightforward cause is that the user has entered a date that is later than the current system date.
  System Date Settings: The system date may be incorrectly set, leading to confusion about what constitutes a "future" date.
  Business Rules: Certain business processes may have rules that restrict the entry of future dates to prevent errors in reporting or processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date you are trying to enter. Ensure it is not set in the future. If it is, change