EDOCUMENT_IN_EINV073 - Documnet Date should be yesterday or today's date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT_IN_EINV - eDocument Inda eInvoice

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Documnet Date should be yesterday or today's date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT_IN_EINV073 - Documnet Date should be yesterday or today's date ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT_IN_EINV073 indicates that the document date for an electronic invoice (e-invoice) should be either yesterday's date or today's date. This error typically arises in scenarios where the system is validating the date of the document against the expected date range for processing electronic invoices.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Date: The document date entered in the e-invoice is set to a future date or a date that is too far in the past.
  System Configuration: The system may have specific configurations that restrict the document date to only allow today's or yesterday's date for compliance or processing reasons.
  Business Rules: Certain business rules or legal requirements may dictate that invoices must be issued with a date that is not in the future.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Date: Verify the document date in the e-invoice. Ensure that it is set to either today’s date or yesterday’s date.
  Adjust Date: If the document date is incorrect, adjust it accordingly. You can do this in the invoice creation or editing screen.
  Review System Settings: If you believe the date should be valid but are still encountering the error, review the system settings or configurations related to e-invoicing. This may involve checking with your SAP administrator or support team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or guidelines for e-invoicing to ensure compliance with any specific date requirements.
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, try processing the invoice again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling document dates in e-invoicing.
  Legal Compliance: Be aware of any legal requirements in your jurisdiction regarding invoice dates, as these can affect how you handle document dates in SAP.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the invoicing process are trained on the importance of correct document dates and the implications of this error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.