How To Fix CMMD406 - Execution period must be longer than the current date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMMD -

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Execution period must be longer than the current date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMMD406 - Execution period must be longer than the current date ?

  The SAP error message CMMD406 indicates that the execution period specified for a certain operation (like a report, job, or transaction) must be longer than the current date. This typically occurs when you are trying to schedule a job or execute a transaction that has a defined start and end date, and the end date is set to a time that is not in the future relative to the current date.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Settings: The end date or execution period you have specified is either set to the current date or a date in the past.
  System Date Issues: The system date might be incorrectly set, leading to confusion about what the current date is.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the job or transaction that lead to invalid date settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Settings: Review the execution period you have set. Ensure that the end date is set to a future date relative to the current date.
  
  If you are scheduling a job, make sure the start date and end date are both in the future.
  
  
  Adjust the Execution Period: Modify the execution period to ensure it is longer than the current date. For example, if today is October 1, 2023, the end date should be set to October 2, 2023, or later.
  Verify System Date: Check the system date and time settings to ensure they are correct. If the system date is incorrect, you may need to contact your system administrator to correct it.
  Review Job Configuration: If this error occurs in a scheduled job, review the job configuration settings to ensure that all date fields are correctly populated.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where you encounter this error, you may be using transaction codes like SM37 (for job monitoring) or SM36 (for job scheduling).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on scheduling jobs and setting execution periods.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.