How To Fix FSH_SD_COMMON020 - Cancelation date is earlier than requested delivery date

FSH_SD_COMMON020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_SD_COMMON -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Cancelation date is earlier than requested delivery date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_SD_COMMON020 - Cancelation date is earlier than requested delivery date ?

  The SAP error message FSH_SD_COMMON020 indicates that there is a conflict between the cancellation date and the requested delivery date in a sales document. Specifically, it means that the cancellation date you are trying to enter is earlier than the requested delivery date, which is not allowed in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Date Mismatch: The cancellation date you are trying to set is before the requested delivery date of the sales order or delivery.
  Business Rules: The system enforces business rules that prevent cancellations from being processed if they are set to a date that precedes the delivery date, as this could lead to inconsistencies in order processing and inventory management.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dates: Review the requested delivery date in the sales order or delivery document. Ensure that the cancellation date you are trying to enter is on or after this date.
  
  
  Adjust Cancellation Date: If the cancellation