How To Fix OD690 - Number of days in past cannot be greater than Stock Projection period.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OD - IS-Oil: TSW Traders' and Schedulers' Workbench messages

• Message number: 690

• Message text: Number of days in past cannot be greater than Stock Projection period.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OD690 - Number of days in past cannot be greater than Stock Projection period. ?

  The SAP error message OD690 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of stock projections in the system. Specifically, it means that the number of days you are trying to project stock into the past exceeds the defined stock projection period.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are attempting to run a stock projection report or transaction that includes a date range that goes beyond the allowed historical period.
  The configuration settings for stock projections in your SAP system are set to limit the number of days for which stock can be projected into the past.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Stock Projection Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for stock projections in your SAP system. This is usually found in the relevant module (like MM - Materials Management).
  Look for the settings related to the stock projection period and verify how many days into the past are allowed.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Date Range:
  
  If you are running a report or transaction, adjust the date range to ensure that it does not exceed the allowed stock projection period. For example, if the system allows projections for only 30 days into the past, ensure that your date range is within that limit.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to stock projections to understand the default settings and how to modify them if necessary.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If you need to change the allowed stock projection period, you may need to work with your SAP Basis or configuration team to adjust the settings in the system. This may involve changing parameters in the configuration tables.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the stock projection again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that deal with stock projections, such as MC.9 (Stock Projection) or similar.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and modify stock projection settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.