How To Fix /ACCGO/CAS_PTC004 - Requested date is outside delivery period of obligation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CAS_PTC -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Requested date is outside delivery period of obligation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_PTC004 - Requested date is outside delivery period of obligation ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_PTC004 Requested date is outside delivery period of obligation typically occurs in the context of the SAP S/4HANA system, particularly when dealing with the Contract Accounting (FI-CA) module. This error indicates that the requested date for a transaction (such as a payment or delivery) falls outside the defined delivery period of the obligation associated with a contract or account.
  Cause:
  
  Date Mismatch: The requested date for the transaction is earlier than the start date or later than the end date of the delivery period defined in the obligation.
  Obligation Settings: The obligation may have specific settings that restrict the dates for which transactions can be processed.
  Contractual Terms: The terms of the contract may specify certain delivery periods that are not being adhered to.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Requested Date: Verify the date you are trying to use for the transaction. Ensure it falls within the delivery period defined in the obligation.
  Review Obligation Details: Go to the obligation details in the system and check the delivery period settings. Make sure that the dates are correctly set and that they align with your transaction.
  Adjust Dates: If the requested date is indeed outside the allowed range, you may need to adjust the date to fall within the permissible delivery period.
  Modify Obligation: If necessary, you can modify the obligation to extend the delivery period, but this should be done with caution and in accordance with business rules and policies.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines related to contract accounting and obligations to ensure compliance with business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FPL9 (Display Document) or FPL1 (Create Document) to view or modify obligations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify obligations in the system.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it seems to be a system-related issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transaction in SAP.