How To Fix M1002 - Enter a value date

M1002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M1 - Internal RW Documents

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Enter a value date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M1002 - Enter a value date ?

  The SAP error message M1002, which states "Enter a value date," typically occurs in the context of materials management or inventory management when a user is trying to perform a transaction that requires a value date but has not provided one. The value date is important for financial transactions as it determines the date on which the financial impact of the transaction is recognized.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Value Date: The user has not entered a value date in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Transaction Type: The transaction being performed may require a value date, but the user is not aware of this requirement.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require a value date for certain transactions, and these settings may not be properly aligned with user expectations.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M1002 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter a Value Date: