How To Fix ME792 - For PO & & confirmation/acknowledgment date is & & days too late

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 792

• Message text: For PO & & confirmation/acknowledgment date is & & days too late

What causes this issue?

The supplier confirms the date &V3& for purchase order &V1& &V2&.
This date represents a variance of plus &V4& days in comparison with
delivery date in the purchase order: the tolerance limit for too-late
delivery is thus exceeded.

How to fix this error?

Either change the tolerance limit for too-late deliveries (confirmation
sequence) using the Customizing facility:

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

<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMEOMGZ>Set up confirmation control</>
Or change the delivery date in the purchase order:
<DS:TRAN.ME22N>Change purchase order</>
Or get the supplier to change the date in the IDoc.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME792 - For PO & & confirmation/acknowledgment date is & & days too late ?

  The SAP error message ME792 indicates that there is a problem with the confirmation or acknowledgment date for a Purchase Order (PO). Specifically, it means that the confirmation or acknowledgment date is too late compared to the expected date. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when a supplier is late in confirming an order or when the system detects that the acknowledgment date exceeds the allowed time frame.
  Cause:
  
  Late Confirmation: The supplier has not confirmed the order within the expected timeframe.
  System Configuration: The system may have specific settings that define acceptable time frames for confirmations or acknowledgments.
  Manual Entry Error: The date may have been entered incorrectly during the confirmation process.
  Delays in Processing: There may be delays in processing the order or acknowledgment due to various reasons, such as system issues or supplier delays.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Confirmation Dates: Review the confirmation or acknowledgment date entered against the expected date in the system. Ensure that the dates are correct.
  Communicate with Supplier: If the confirmation is late, reach out to the supplier to understand the reason for the delay and request an updated confirmation.
  Adjust System Settings: If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator to review and adjust the configuration settings related to confirmation dates.
  Manual Override: In some cases, it may be possible to manually override the error if you have the necessary permissions, but this should be done with caution and proper justification.
  Reprocess the PO: If the confirmation is still valid but late, you may need to reprocess the PO or acknowledgment in the system to reflect the updated information.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME22N (Change Purchase Order) or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to review and modify the PO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on handling purchase orders and confirmations, as well as best practices for managing supplier relationships.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.