How To Fix MN521 - Update date &1 adopted (subsequent update)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MN - Message class for subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 521

• Message text: Update date &1 adopted (subsequent update)

What causes this issue?

The condition is not included among the document conditions of item
&V4& of purchasing document &V3&. The condition was set up
retrospectively (i.e. subsequent to its validity start date).
At the time the condition was entered, its validity start date was in
the past. Therefore, not all purchasing documents having a pricing date
between its creation date and its validity start date could be taken
into account.
This condition was not taken into account in the normal updating of the
business volumes.
However, the retrospective updating of the business volumes has already
been carried out in a previous program run. The update date &v1&
determined during this process was stored and will now be adopted.

System Response

The system adopts the stored update date &V1&.
As the update date, the system will use the document date of the
material or invoice verification document (time of update "goods
receipt" or "invoice verification") or the delivery date of the
schedule line (updating from PO/scheduling agreement), in this case,
date &V2&.
In some cases, the update date is changed to the start or end date of
the arrangement validity period if the original date is not within the
arrangement validity period (e.g. as a result of an input error).
In the case of arrangements settled periodically, if the update date
falls in a period for which settlement accounting has already been
performed, business volumes are assigned to the next period for which
settlement accounting is due. The update date is changed accordingly.
This procedure ensures realtime inclusion of business volumes during
subsequent settlement.
For invoice verification documents entered in Release 3.0, the posting
date of the invoice verification document is used instead for the
retrospective updating of business volumes.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN521 - Update date &1 adopted (subsequent update) ?

  The SAP error message MN521, which states "Update date &1 adopted (subsequent update)," typically occurs in the context of the Material Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with inventory management and goods movements. This message indicates that the system has adopted a date for an update that is subsequent to the original date, which can happen during various processes such as goods receipts, goods issues, or inventory adjustments.
  Cause:
  
  Date Mismatch: The error often arises when there is a mismatch between the document date and the posting date. For example, if a goods movement is being processed with a document date that is earlier than the current system date, the system may adopt a later date for the update.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the system that dictate how dates are handled during postings, which could lead to this message being triggered.
  User Input Error: Users may inadvertently enter incorrect dates during transactions, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the document date and posting date in the transaction. Ensure that the dates are correct and that the document date is not earlier than the posting date.
  Adjust Configuration: If the issue is recurring and related to system settings, consult with your SAP Basis or MM configuration team to review the settings related to date handling in the system.
  User Training: Provide training to users on the importance of entering correct dates during transactions to avoid this error in the future.
  Transaction Review: If the error occurs during a specific transaction, review the transaction logs and details to identify any discrepancies that may have led to the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on the specific transaction or process you are working with to understand how dates are managed.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further investigation.