How To Fix 5M057 - Date of purchase must be greater than/equal to first date of registration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Date of purchase must be greater than/equal to first date of registration

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M057 - Date of purchase must be greater than/equal to first date of registration ?

  The SAP error message 5M057, which states "Date of purchase must be greater than/equal to first date of registration," typically occurs in the context of asset management or material management when you are trying to enter or modify data related to an asset or material that has specific date constraints.
  Cause:
  This error arises when the date of purchase you are trying to enter is earlier than the first date of registration for the asset or material. The system enforces this rule to maintain data integrity, ensuring that the purchase date logically follows the registration date.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Dates: Verify the "Date of Purchase" and "First Date of Registration" for the asset or material in question. Ensure that the purchase date is not earlier than the registration date.
  
  
  Adjust the Dates: If the purchase date is indeed earlier than the registration date, you will need to either:
  
  Change the date of purchase to a date that is equal to or later than the first date of registration.
  If the registration date is incorrect, you may need to adjust it to a date that is earlier than or equal to the purchase date, if that is appropriate for your business process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines related to asset management in your organization to ensure compliance with internal policies.
  
  
  Seek Help from IT or SAP Support: If you are unsure about making changes to these dates or if the error persists after making adjustments, consult your IT department or SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transaction codes related to asset management, such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or others.
  Configuration Settings: The rules governing date constraints may be configured in the system settings. If you have the necessary permissions, you can review these settings in the Asset Accounting configuration.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to asset data, as restrictions may lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transaction in SAP.