How To Fix /ACCGO/SCP_MSG074 - Delivery date &1 should be greater than purchase IBD date &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/SCP_MSG -

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Delivery date &1 should be greater than purchase IBD date &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/SCP_MSG074 - Delivery date &1 should be greater than purchase IBD date &2 ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/SCP_MSG074 Delivery date &1 should be greater than purchase IBD date &2 typically occurs in the context of logistics and procurement processes, particularly when dealing with inbound deliveries and purchase orders. This error indicates that the delivery date you are trying to enter is earlier than or the same as the Inbound Delivery (IBD) date associated with the purchase order.
  Cause:
  
  Date Mismatch: The delivery date you are trying to set is not later than the IBD date. This can happen if the delivery is scheduled to arrive before or on the same day as the IBD.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been a mistake in entering the delivery date or the IBD date.
  System Configuration: There might be specific business rules or configurations in the SAP system that enforce this date relationship.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Verify the delivery date you are trying to enter and compare it with the IBD date. Ensure that the delivery date is indeed later than the IBD date.
  Adjust Delivery Date: If the delivery date is incorrect, adjust it to a date that is after the IBD date.
  Review Purchase Order: Check the purchase order associated with the delivery to ensure that all dates are correctly set and that there are no discrepancies.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates, consult your internal documentation or guidelines regarding delivery and inbound processes.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists and you believe the dates are correct, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review any custom configurations or business rules that may be causing this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or VL31N (Create Inbound Delivery) to check the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to delivery dates and related documents in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your logistics and procurement activities in SAP.