How To Fix F2652 - Date is in the future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F2 - Master Data Maintenance: Customer, Vendor

• Message number: 652

• Message text: Date is in the future

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F2652 - Date is in the future ?

  The SAP error message F2652 ("Date is in the future") typically occurs when a user attempts to enter a date that is beyond the current date in a financial transaction or document. This error is common in various SAP modules, particularly in financial accounting (FI) and controlling (CO).
  Cause:
  
  Future Date Entry: The most straightforward cause is that the user has entered a date that is later than the current system date.
  System Date Settings: The system date may not be correctly set, leading to discrepancies between the actual date and the date recognized by SAP.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions that prevent posting with future dates.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in SAP may restrict the posting of transactions to future dates for compliance or business rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date you are trying to enter. Ensure it is not set in the future. If it is, change it to the current date or a past date as appropriate.
  System Date Verification: Check the system date in SAP. You can do this by using transaction code SU01 to check the user profile or by using transaction SM51 to check the server date.
  Document Type Configuration: Review the configuration for the document type you are using. You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to understand if there are restrictions on future date postings.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post transactions with the desired dates. Sometimes, user roles may restrict certain actions.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue. SAP frequently updates its system, and there may be specific notes that provide guidance or patches for this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), F-02 (General Posting), or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) where this error might occur.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for your specific version to understand any limitations or configurations related to date entries.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your SAP support team for further investigation.