How To Fix CY724 - Order & operation & begins in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CY - Capacity Requirements Planning

• Message number: 724

• Message text: Order & operation & begins in the past

What causes this issue?

The system is to dispatch an operation.
The indicator <ZH>Indicator forwards</> is not set in the
strategy profile in Customizing for Capacity Planning. That means that
the systems looks for a possible dispatch date in the <ZH>past</>.
The latest start that has been located lies in the past.

How to fix this error?

Either dispatch the operation manually or
select a strategy profile with the planning direction <ZH>forwards</>,
and dispatch the operation again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CY724 - Order & operation & begins in the past ?

  The SAP error message CY724 ("Order & operation & begins in the past") typically occurs in the context of production planning and control when you are trying to schedule or process an operation in a production order that has a start date or time that is earlier than the current date and time. This can happen during various activities, such as confirming operations, creating production orders, or scheduling.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Dates: The start date of the operation in the production order is set to a time in the past.
  System Date/Time Issues: The system date and time may not be correctly set, leading to discrepancies.
  Order Status: The production order may be in a status that does not allow for operations to be processed if they are scheduled in the past.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters or settings in the production order may not align with the current scheduling requirements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the start and finish dates of the operation in the production order. If they are incorrect, update them to reflect the current or future dates.
  Adjust System Time: Ensure that the system date and time are correctly set. If there is a discrepancy, correct it.
  Change Order Status: If the order is in a status that prevents processing, consider changing the status or re-evaluating the order's scheduling.
  Re-schedule Operations: Use the scheduling functions in SAP to re-schedule the operations to ensure they fall within the acceptable time frame.
  Review Planning Parameters: Check the planning parameters and settings in the production order to ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CO02 (Change Production Order) or CO03 (Display Production Order) to review and modify production orders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for production planning and control for more detailed information on scheduling and order management.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to production orders and operations.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning.