How To Fix MEPO042 - Please enter a delivery date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Please enter a delivery date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO042 - Please enter a delivery date ?

  The SAP error message MEPO042 ("Please enter a delivery date") typically occurs in the context of creating or processing purchase orders or purchase requisitions in the SAP system. This error indicates that a required field for the delivery date has not been filled in, which is necessary for the system to proceed with the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Delivery Date: The most common cause of this error is that the delivery date field is left blank when creating or modifying a purchase order or requisition.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the purchasing module that require a delivery date to be entered for certain types of documents.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the delivery date due to oversight or misunderstanding of the required fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Delivery Date: The simplest solution is to ensure that you enter a valid delivery date in the appropriate field when creating or editing the purchase order or requisition.
  Check Field Settings: If you are consistently encountering this error, check the field settings in the transaction to ensure that the delivery date is not set as a mandatory field in the configuration.
  Review User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to enter all required fields, including the delivery date.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the required format or the implications of the delivery date, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to purchasing, such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional context or solutions.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering all required fields, including the delivery date, to avoid this error in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.