How To Fix 5Y012 - The current date must be included between & and &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Y - Error messages for info-type Italian module pools

• Message number: 012

• Message text: The current date must be included between & and &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Y012 - The current date must be included between & and & ?

  The SAP error message 5Y012 indicates that the current date does not fall within a specified date range. This error typically occurs in scenarios where a date input is required, and the system checks whether the current date is valid within the defined parameters.
  Cause:
  The error message "The current date must be included between & and &" suggests that:
  
  There is a date range defined in the system (e.g., a start date and an end date).
  The current date (the date when the transaction is being processed) is outside this range.
  This can happen in various contexts, such as during the execution of a transaction, when creating or modifying records, or when running reports.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Date Range:
  
  Identify the specific date range that is being referenced in the error message. The placeholders & will be replaced with actual dates in the error message.
  Ensure that the current date falls within this range.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Dates:
  
  If you have control over the date range (for example, if you are entering data), adjust the start and/or end dates to include the current date.
  If the date range is set by the system or configuration, you may need to consult with your SAP administrator or relevant team to modify the date settings.
  
  
  
  Verify System Date:
  
  Ensure that the system date on the server or client machine is correct. Sometimes, discrepancies in system time can lead to such errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or user guides related to the specific transaction or module you are working with to understand the date constraints better.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Context: Understanding the specific transaction or process where the error occurs can provide additional insights into why the date range is set as it is.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this error.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify date ranges if applicable.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.