How To Fix FTR_TRADE_REP120 - Send started although the scheduled send date has not been reached

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_TRADE_REP - Trade Repository

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Send started although the scheduled send date has not been reached

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_TRADE_REP120 - Send started although the scheduled send date has not been reached ?

  The SAP error message FTR_TRADE_REP120 indicates that a scheduled send for a trade report has been initiated even though the scheduled send date has not yet been reached. This can occur in the context of financial transactions and reporting within the SAP system, particularly in the area of Treasury and Risk Management.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Scheduling: The scheduled date for sending the report may have been set incorrectly, leading to the system attempting to send the report prematurely.
  System Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the report scheduling settings or in the job scheduling parameters.
  Manual Trigger: The report may have been manually triggered by a user, overriding the scheduled settings.
  Time Zone Issues: Differences in time zones between the server and the user’s local time may cause confusion regarding the scheduled time.
  Background Job Issues: If the report is part of a background job, there may be issues with the job scheduling or execution.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Scheduled Date: Verify the scheduled date and time for the report. Ensure that it is set correctly and that the current date and time are indeed before the scheduled time.
  Review Job Scheduling: If the report is part of a background job, check the job scheduling settings in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) to ensure that it is configured correctly.
  Adjust Time Zones: Ensure that the time zone settings in the SAP system are correctly configured and aligned with the expected scheduling times.
  Manual Trigger Review: If the report was manually triggered, ensure that users are aware of the scheduling and do not trigger reports prematurely.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific report and its scheduling to identify any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FTR_EDIT (for editing financial transactions) and FTR_REPORT (for generating reports).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to the error message or the specific report you are working with.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to schedule and send reports.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to prevent it from occurring in the future.