How To Fix ME793 - Confirmation/acknowledgment date &3 &4 days too early for PO &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 793

• Message text: Confirmation/acknowledgment date &3 &4 days too early for PO &1 &2

What causes this issue?

The supplier confirms the date &V3& for purchase order item &V2&. This
date represents a variance of minus &V4& days in comparison with the
delivery date in the PO.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You have the following options:
Contact your system administrator and get him or her to change the
tolerance limit for too-early deliveries.
Change the delivery date in the purchase order:
<DS:TRAN.ME22N>Change purchase order</>
Get the supplier to change the date in the IDoc.

Procedure for System Administrators

You can change the tolerance limit in Customizing for Purchasing under
<ZH>Set Up Confirmation Control -> Confirmation Sequence</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME793 - Confirmation/acknowledgment date &3 &4 days too early for PO &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message ME793 indicates that there is an issue with the confirmation or acknowledgment date for a purchase order (PO). Specifically, it means that the date you are trying to enter for the confirmation is too early compared to the expected date defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Date Configuration: The confirmation date you are trying to enter is earlier than the allowed date range set in the system for that particular purchase order.
  PO Settings: The purchase order may have specific settings that restrict the confirmation date to a certain timeframe.
  Delivery Schedule: If the PO is linked to a delivery schedule, the confirmation date may need to align with the delivery dates specified in that schedule.
  System Settings: There may be system-wide settings or parameters that dictate how early confirmations can be made.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Confirmation Date: Review the confirmation date you are trying to enter and ensure it is within the acceptable range. Adjust the date to be within the allowed timeframe.
  Review PO Details: Look at the details of the purchase order to understand the expected delivery dates and any specific settings that may affect the confirmation date.
  Consult with Procurement: If you are unsure about the correct dates, consult with your procurement or purchasing department to clarify the expected timelines.
  System Configuration: If you believe the settings are too restrictive, you may need to work with your SAP administrator or IT department to adjust the configuration settings related to confirmation dates.
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to view the details of the PO and check the delivery dates and confirmation settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding purchase order confirmations and acknowledgment processes for more detailed guidance.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME793 error and successfully enter the confirmation date for your purchase order.