How To Fix 6B083 - Reply date must not be before letter creation date

6B083 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6B - Real estate correspondence messages

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Reply date must not be before letter creation date

What causes this issue?

The specified maximum <DS:DE.RET_DATE>date for returning the answer</>
is before the <DS:DE.DRUCKDTM>print date</>.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Specify a <DS:DE.RET_DATE>return date</> that is not before the
<DS:DE.DRUCKDTM>print date</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6B083 - Reply date must not be before letter creation date ?

  The SAP error message 6B083 ("Reply date must not be before letter creation date") typically occurs in the context of SAP's correspondence management or workflow processes, particularly when dealing with letters or notifications that require a response.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when a user attempts to set a reply date that is earlier than the date on which the letter or notification was created. The system enforces this rule to ensure that responses are logically sequenced and that users are not expected to reply before they have received the original communication.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Letter Creation Date: Verify the date on which the letter or notification was created. This information is usually available in the document or correspondence details.
  
  
  Adjust the Reply Date: Ensure that the reply date you are trying to set is equal to or later than the letter creation date. If you need to set a reply