How To Fix 5G272 - MAT B1 issue date is too early to be accepted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5G - HR: Messages for Britain

• Message number: 272

• Message text: MAT B1 issue date is too early to be accepted

What causes this issue?

Prior to September 28th 2001, the MATB1 form can only be issued
fourteen weeks before the expected due date.
From September 28th 2001, the MATB1 form can be issued up to twenty
weeks before the expected due date.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G272 - MAT B1 issue date is too early to be accepted ?

  The SAP error message 5G272 with the description "MAT B1 issue date is too early to be accepted" typically occurs in the context of material management or inventory management processes. This error indicates that the issue date for a material (in this case, a batch or lot) is earlier than the allowed date range set in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Date Configuration: The system may have specific settings that restrict the acceptance of issue dates that are too early. This could be due to business rules or configuration settings in the material master or batch management.
  Batch Management Settings: If batch management is enabled, there may be restrictions on the validity period of batches, which can lead to this error if the issue date falls outside the allowed range.
  Document Type Settings: Certain document types may have specific date restrictions that prevent processing of transactions with early issue dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the specific material in question. Look for any settings related to batch management or validity periods that may be causing the issue.
  Adjust Issue Date: If possible, adjust the issue date to a valid date that falls within the acceptable range.
  Review Batch Validity: If batch management is being used, check the validity dates of the batch. Ensure that the batch is valid for the date you are trying to use.
  Configuration Settings: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to issue dates and batch management. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow earlier issue dates if that aligns with business processes.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction, as sometimes restrictions can be tied to user roles.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to navigate through material management processes.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to batch management and material issue processes for further insights.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further troubleshooting.