How To Fix ME546 - Realistic release date: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 546

• Message text: Realistic release date: &

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

How the system determines the date on which a purchase order is to be
issued on the basis of the requisition is described in the
documentation of the data element <DS:DE.FRGDT>Release date</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME546 - Realistic release date: & ?

  The SAP error message ME546, which states "Realistic release date: &", typically occurs in the context of purchasing or procurement processes within SAP. This error message indicates that there is an issue with the release date of a purchase requisition or purchase order, often due to scheduling conflicts or unrealistic delivery dates.
  Causes:
  
  Unrealistic Delivery Dates: The requested delivery date for the purchase requisition or order is set to a date that is not feasible based on the current scheduling or lead times.
  Material Availability: The system may not have enough stock or the required materials may not be available to meet the requested delivery date.
  Vendor Lead Times: The lead times defined for the vendor may not align with the requested delivery date.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or vendor master that are causing the system to calculate an unrealistic release date.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Delivery Dates: Review the requested delivery date in the purchase requisition or order. Adjust it to a more realistic date based on the lead times and availability of materials.
  Review Material Availability: Use transaction codes like MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) to check the availability of materials and ensure that there is enough stock to meet the demand.
  Vendor Lead Times: Verify the lead times set for the vendor in the vendor master data. Ensure that they are accurate and reflect the actual time it takes for the vendor to deliver the materials.
  Adjust Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings in the material master and vendor master that may affect delivery date calculations.
  Use Scheduling Agreements: If applicable, consider using scheduling agreements that can help manage delivery dates more effectively.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) to manage procurement documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to ME546. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions for specific scenarios.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed explanations of procurement processes and error handling.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in procurement processes.