How To Fix EXPD049 - Date entry and initial indicator rule each other out

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EXPD - Expediting

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Date entry and initial indicator rule each other out

What causes this issue?

You are entering filter criteria for Progress Tracking.
When you filter by dates, the entry of a date or interval only makes
sense if you have not set the indicator for filtering according to
initial dates.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Choose only one of the following filter options:
Date / interval
Initial date

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EXPD049 - Date entry and initial indicator rule each other out ?

  The SAP error message EXPD049, which states "Date entry and initial indicator rule each other out," typically occurs in the context of data entry in SAP, particularly when dealing with date fields and initial indicators (like checkboxes or flags that indicate whether a field should be filled or not).
  Cause:
  This error arises when there is a conflict between the date entry and the initial indicator. Specifically, it means that the system expects either a date to be entered or the initial indicator to be set, but not both. For example, if you have a date field that is supposed to be filled in, but the initial indicator is also checked (indicating that no date should be entered), the system cannot process this contradictory information.
  Solution:
  To resolve the EXPD049 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Date Field: Ensure that if you are entering a date, the initial indicator (if applicable) is not checked. If you want to enter a date, make sure the initial indicator is unchecked.
  
  
  Review Initial Indicator: If the initial indicator is checked, it typically means that you do not want to enter a date. In this case, ensure that the date field is left blank.
  
  
  Validation Rules: Review any validation rules or configurations in the system that might be enforcing this behavior. Sometimes, custom validations or settings in the configuration can lead to such conflicts.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the specific fields and their expected behavior, refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the transaction or module you are working with.
  
  
  User Training: If this error is occurring frequently, consider providing training or guidance to users on how to properly fill out the forms to avoid this conflict.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to technical resources, you may want to debug the transaction to see if there are any underlying issues in the code or configuration that are causing this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes depending on the context (e.g., creating or updating master data, sales orders, etc.).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EXPD049 error and ensure that your data entry aligns with the system's requirements.