How To Fix 6R008 - Delivery date before purchase order date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6R - Messages for Retail MRP

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Delivery date before purchase order date

What causes this issue?

The delivery date cannot be before the purchase order date. They may be
on the same date.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_VERARBEITUNG

How to fix this error?

Change the delivery date.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6R008 - Delivery date before purchase order date ?

  The SAP error message 6R008: Delivery date before purchase order date typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the delivery date specified in a purchase order (PO) and the order date. This error indicates that the delivery date you are trying to enter is earlier than the date the purchase order was created, which is not allowed in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The delivery date entered in the purchase order is earlier than the purchase order date.
  System Configuration: The system may have specific settings or validations that enforce this rule.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in date formats or values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the purchase order and ensure that the delivery date is set to a date that is equal to or later than the purchase order date.
  Modify Delivery Date: If the delivery date is incorrect, update it to a valid date that meets the criteria.
  Review PO Creation Date: Ensure that the purchase order was created on the expected date and that there are no discrepancies.
  Consult with IT or SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your IT department or SAP support team to check for any system configurations or custom validations that may be causing the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to view the details of the purchase order and check the dates.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If your organization has custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the date validation.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more details on date validations in purchase orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your purchase order processing.