How To Fix FTR_CMMF_EVAL003 - Evaluation Date must be lower or equal current date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_CMMF_EVAL - Commodity Evaluation Messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Evaluation Date must be lower or equal current date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_CMMF_EVAL003 - Evaluation Date must be lower or equal current date ?

  The SAP error message FTR_CMMF_EVAL003 indicates that the evaluation date you are trying to use in a financial transaction or evaluation process is set to a date that is later than the current date. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of treasury and risk management, where evaluations of financial instruments or positions are performed.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the evaluation date you have entered is in the future. In many financial applications, evaluations can only be performed for the current date or for past dates, as future evaluations do not have actual data to base calculations on.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Evaluation Date: Ensure that the evaluation date you are entering is either today’s date or a date in the past. You can do this by comparing it with the system's current date.
  
  
  Adjust the Date: If the evaluation date is incorrect, modify it to a valid date (current or past) before proceeding with the transaction.
  
  
  Review Business Logic: If you are using a program or a report that automatically sets the evaluation date, check the logic to ensure it does not default to a future date.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct evaluation date to use, refer to your organization's financial policies or consult with a financial analyst or SAP consultant.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transaction codes related to treasury management, such as FTR_EDIT, FTR_CREATE, or FTR_EVAL.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform evaluations in the system, as restrictions may also lead to unexpected errors.
  System Date Settings: Verify that the system date settings are correct, as discrepancies can lead to confusion regarding current and future dates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your financial evaluations in SAP.