How To Fix CRM_MKT_WORKFLOW102 - Start date &1 is earlier than the current date &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKT_WORKFLOW - CRM Marketing: Workflow

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Start date &1 is earlier than the current date &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKT_WORKFLOW102 - Start date &1 is earlier than the current date &2 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKT_WORKFLOW102 indicates that there is an issue with the start date of a marketing workflow. Specifically, the error states that the start date you have entered (represented as &1) is earlier than the current date (represented as &2). This typically occurs when you are trying to schedule a marketing activity or workflow to start in the past, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The start date for the workflow or marketing activity has been set to a date that is earlier than the current date.
  System Date Mismatch: The system date may not be correctly set, leading to confusion about what the current date is.
  Workflow Configuration: The workflow may have been configured incorrectly, leading to an invalid start date.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check and Update the Start Date:
  
  Review the start date you have entered for the workflow or marketing activity.
  Change the start date to a future date that is equal to or later than the current date.
  
  
  
  Verify System Date:
  
  Ensure that the system date is set correctly. You can check the system date in SAP by using transaction code SM51 to view the application server date and time.
  If the system date is incorrect, consult your system administrator to correct it.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Configuration:
  
  If the error persists, review the configuration of the workflow to ensure that there are no settings that might be causing the start date to default to an earlier date.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the workflow again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on marketing workflows and date handling.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully schedule your marketing workflow.