How To Fix 5U705 - 'Released' date cannot precede 'Received' date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 705

• Message text: 'Released' date cannot precede 'Received' date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U705 - 'Released' date cannot precede 'Received' date ?

  The SAP error message 5U705, which states that the 'Released' date cannot precede the 'Received' date, typically occurs in the context of materials management or production planning processes. This error indicates that there is a date inconsistency in the data being processed, specifically that the date when a document (like a purchase order or production order) is released is earlier than the date it was received.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause is a manual data entry error where the 'Released' date is incorrectly set to an earlier date than the 'Received' date.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the system that affect how dates are processed or validated.
  Workflow Issues: If there are automated workflows or processes that set these dates, there may be a bug or misconfiguration in those workflows.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date formats or values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the relevant document (e.g., purchase order, production order) and verify the 'Released' and 'Received' dates. Ensure that the 'Released' date is set to a date that is equal to or later than the 'Received' date.
  Correct Data: If you find that the dates are incorrect, update the 'Released' date to a valid date that meets the criteria.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, check the system configuration related to date handling in the relevant modules (e.g., MM, PP) to ensure that there are no settings that could lead to this error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on date handling and error messages.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message that may provide additional context or solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., ME23N for purchase orders, CO01 for production orders) to navigate and check the documents in question.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the documents in question, as restrictions may prevent you from updating dates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.