How To Fix EDOCUMENT049 - Posting date of &1 is earlier than the last eDocument created on &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT - eDocument: Messages

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Posting date of &1 is earlier than the last eDocument created on &2

What causes this issue?

You are trying to create a document which posting date is earlier than
the last numbered eDocument.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The system does not create the document.

How to fix this error?

Create a document with a later posting date than the last numbered
eDocument.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT049 - Posting date of &1 is earlier than the last eDocument created on &2 ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT049 indicates that there is an issue with the posting date of a document you are trying to create or post. Specifically, the error states that the posting date of the document (&1) is earlier than the last electronic document that was created on a specific date (&2). This typically occurs in the context of electronic document processing, such as e-invoicing or electronic document management.
  Cause:
  
  Posting Date Conflict: The posting date you are trying to use is earlier than the last electronic document that was processed. This is often a restriction to ensure that documents are processed in chronological order.
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce this chronological order for electronic documents.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered an incorrect posting date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Change Posting Date: Adjust the posting date of the document you are trying to create to a date that is equal to or later than the last electronic document date (&2).
  Check Last Document Date: Review the last electronic document created to confirm its date and ensure that your new document's date is appropriate.
  Review Configuration: If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the configuration settings related to electronic document processing. They may need to adjust settings if the current behavior is not desired.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained to enter correct posting dates to avoid this error in the future.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice) or FB70 (Enter Outgoing Invoice) depending on the context of the document you are trying to post.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to electronic document processing for best practices and guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.