How To Fix 8Z061 - Start date lies in the past

8Z061 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8Z - Messages for Inflation Adjustment

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Start date lies in the past

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8Z061 - Start date lies in the past ?

  The SAP error message 8Z061: Start date lies in the past typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a transaction or process that requires a start date that is set in the past. This error is often encountered in various SAP modules, such as project management, production planning, or any other area where date parameters are critical.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the start date specified in the transaction or process is earlier than the current date. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The user may have mistakenly entered a start date that is in the past.
  System Date Settings: The system date may be set incorrectly, leading to confusion about what constitutes a "past" date.
  Business Logic Constraints: Certain business processes may have rules that prevent actions from being taken on past dates to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
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