How To Fix MW039 - Date of 1st GR is after date when sales start

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Date of 1st GR is after date when sales start

What causes this issue?

The system compares the date on which sales start with the goods receipt
date. At least one goods receipt must be entered for a store before
sales start.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_VERARBEITUNG

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISR_CHECK

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW039 - Date of 1st GR is after date when sales start ?

  The SAP error message MW039, which states "Date of 1st GR is after date when sales start," typically occurs in the context of materials management and inventory management within SAP. This error indicates that the date for the first goods receipt (GR) for a material is set to a date that is later than the date when sales for that material are supposed to start. This can lead to inconsistencies in inventory management and sales processes.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Settings: The date for the first goods receipt (GR) is incorrectly set in the material master or purchase order.
  Sales Start Date: The sales start date for the material is set earlier than the date of the first GR, which violates the logical sequence of events in inventory management.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or sales order that are not aligned properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the relevant views (especially the Sales and Distribution view and the Purchasing view).
  Verify the "Sales Start Date" and the "First GR Date." Ensure that the first GR date is not later than the sales start date.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If the first GR date is incorrect, update it to a date that is on or before the sales start date.
  If the sales start date is incorrect, adjust it to a date that is on or after the first GR date.
  
  
  
  Review Purchase Orders:
  
  If the error arises from a purchase order, check the delivery dates and ensure they align with the sales start date.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review any settings that might be causing this discrepancy.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material)
  ME23N (Display Purchase Order)
  VA03 (Display Sales Order)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material management and sales processes for best practices in managing dates and inventory.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MW039 error and ensure that your material management processes function smoothly.