How To Fix MM_PUR_RFQ031 - Enter start date of the performance that is after the quotation deadline.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_RFQ - Message class of MM PUR RFQ

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Enter start date of the performance that is after the quotation deadline.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_RFQ031 - Enter start date of the performance that is after the quotation deadline. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_RFQ031 indicates that there is an issue with the dates specified in a request for quotation (RFQ) or quotation. Specifically, it means that the start date of the performance (or service) you are trying to enter is set to a date that is after the quotation deadline. This is a validation check to ensure that the performance can logically occur before the deadline for submitting quotations.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The start date of the performance is entered incorrectly, and it is set to a date that is later than the quotation deadline.
  Quotation Deadline Misunderstanding: There may be a misunderstanding of the quotation deadline, leading to the entry of an incorrect performance start date.
  System Configuration: There could be configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce this validation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the dates you have entered for the performance start date and the quotation deadline. Ensure that the performance start date is set to a date that is on or before the quotation deadline.
  Adjust Dates: If the performance start date is indeed after the quotation deadline, adjust it to a valid date that meets the requirement.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates, consult the relevant documentation or guidelines for the RFQ process in your organization.
  System Configuration: If you believe the validation is incorrect or needs adjustment, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the configuration settings related to RFQs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on RFQ processes and date validations.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in creating RFQs are trained on the importance of date entries and the implications of the quotation deadline.
  Error Handling: Familiarize yourself with common error messages in SAP MM (Materials Management) to better understand and resolve issues as they arise.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM_PUR_RFQ031 error and successfully enter the required information in your RFQ.