How To Fix FMFG163 - Purchase requisition date in item &1 in the future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMFG - U.S. Federal Government Message Class

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Purchase requisition date in item &1 in the future

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMFG163 - Purchase requisition date in item &1 in the future ?

  The SAP error message FMFG163 indicates that there is a purchase requisition item with a date that is set in the future, which is not allowed in certain contexts, particularly in the framework of financial management and budgeting.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  A purchase requisition is created with a delivery date or a required date that is beyond the current date.
  The system settings or configuration do not allow future dates for certain transactions, especially in the context of budget availability checks.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FMFG163 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Purchase Requisition Date:
  
  Go to the purchase requisition in question and verify the dates set for the item. Ensure that the delivery date or required date is not set in the future beyond the acceptable range.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Date:
  
  If the date is indeed in the future and is not intended to be, change it to a current or past date as appropriate.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If future dates are necessary for your business process, you may need to review the configuration settings in SAP. This may involve checking the settings for budget availability control or the specific settings for purchase requisitions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or how to change the dates, consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant who can provide guidance based on your organization's policies and system setup.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Documents:
  
  Ensure that there are no related documents (like purchase orders) that might be causing conflicts with the requisition dates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition) or ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition) to view and modify the requisition.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on purchase requisition processing and date handling.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If your organization has custom logic implemented, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect date handling in purchase requisitions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMFG163 error and proceed with your purchase requisition processing.