How To Fix CU766 - Date shift not allowed for material & profile &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 766

• Message text: Date shift not allowed for material & profile &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU766 - Date shift not allowed for material & profile & ?

  The SAP error message CU766 ("Date shift not allowed for material & profile &") typically occurs in the context of material management and production planning when there is an attempt to change the date of a planned order or production order that is not allowed due to the settings in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Date Shift Restrictions: The error usually indicates that there are restrictions in place that prevent the shifting of dates for the specified material and its associated profile. This could be due to:
  
  Configuration settings in the material master or production scheduling profile.
  The order being in a status that does not allow date changes (e.g., if the order is already released or in process).
  Dependencies on other orders or processes that are time-sensitive.
  
  
  
  Material Master Settings: The material master may have specific settings that restrict date changes, such as lead times, production scheduling profiles, or other related parameters.
  
  
  Production Planning Parameters: The production planning parameters set in the system may not allow for date shifts based on the current planning strategy or production environment.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Order Status: Verify the status of the order. If the order is already released or in process, you may need to cancel or complete the order before making date changes.
  
  
  Review Material Master Settings: 
  
  Go to the material master record and check the relevant views (e.g., MRP, Work Scheduling) for any settings that might restrict date changes.
  Look for fields related to lead times, production scheduling profiles, and any other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Adjust Production Scheduling Profile: If the issue is related to the production scheduling profile, you may need to adjust the settings in the profile to allow for date shifts.
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team: If you are unsure about the settings or how to change them, consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning and material management.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) or CO02 (Change Production Order) to analyze the situation further and see if there are any dependencies or issues with the order.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to production planning and material management for more insights into how date shifts are handled in the system.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CU766 error and implement a solution to resolve it.