How To Fix EM051 - Starting time cannot be in the past

EM051 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EM - IS-U Migration

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Starting time cannot be in the past

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EM051 - Starting time cannot be in the past ?

  The SAP error message EM051 ("Starting time cannot be in the past") typically occurs when you are trying to schedule a task, job, or event in SAP with a start time that is earlier than the current system time. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating a maintenance plan, scheduling a report, or setting up a background job.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date/Time Input: The user has entered a start time that is earlier than the current date and time.
  System Time Issues: The system clock on the SAP server may be set incorrectly, leading to discrepancies in time.
  Time Zone Differences: If the user is in a different time zone than the server, the perceived current time may differ.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Current Time: Verify the current system time in SAP. You can do this by using transaction code SE37 and executing the function module RFC_SYSTEM_INFO to see the server time.
  Adjust Start Time: When scheduling