How To Fix 67911 - Execution not possible. There are still orders with an earlier date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 67 - Loans Messages - Financial Assets Management

• Message number: 911

• Message text: Execution not possible. There are still orders with an earlier date

What causes this issue?

The order selected cannot be executed since orders with a later date
exist which have not yet been executed.

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?

Execute the order with the latest date first.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 67911 - Execution not possible. There are still orders with an earlier date ?

  The SAP error message "67911 Execution not possible. There are still orders with an earlier date" typically occurs in the context of production planning or order processing. This error indicates that there are existing orders that have an earlier date than the one you are trying to process, which prevents the execution of the current operation.
  Cause:
  
  
  Order Date Conflict: The system has detected that there are open orders or operations scheduled for an earlier date that have not yet been completed. This could be due to:
  
  Production orders that are still in process.
  Planned orders that have not been converted to production orders.
  Sales orders or purchase orders that are scheduled for earlier dates.
  
  
  
  Scheduling Issues: The scheduling settings in the system may not allow for the execution of new orders until the existing ones are resolved.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Orders: 
  
  Use transaction codes like CO03 (Display Production Order) or CO02 (Change Production Order) to check for any existing orders that are scheduled for earlier dates.
  Review the order status and determine if they can be completed or if they need to be rescheduled.
  
  
  
  Complete or Cancel Orders: 
  
  If the existing orders are no longer needed, consider completing or canceling them to free up the scheduling for the new order.
  If they are still required, ensure they are processed before attempting to execute the new order.
  
  
  
  Adjust Scheduling: 
  
  If the existing orders are valid and should remain, you may need to adjust the scheduling of the new order to a later date.
  Review the production schedule and make necessary adjustments to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  
  Consult with Team: 
  
  If you are unsure about the status of existing orders, consult with your production planning or operations team to understand the implications of modifying or canceling orders.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CO03 - Display Production Order
  CO02 - Change Production Order
  MD04 - Stock/Requirements List
  MD02 - MRP Run
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to production order processing and scheduling for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your order processing in SAP.