How To Fix OE644 - All lines with dates earlier than &1 will be lost

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OE - IS-Oil: ITA/TPI messages

• Message number: 644

• Message text: All lines with dates earlier than &1 will be lost

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OE644 - All lines with dates earlier than &1 will be lost ?

  The SAP error message OE644 "All lines with dates earlier than &1 will be lost" typically occurs in the context of document processing, particularly when dealing with sales orders, purchase orders, or similar transactional documents. This error indicates that there are items or lines in the document that have dates earlier than a specified cutoff date (represented by &1). When you attempt to save or process the document, SAP is warning you that these lines will be discarded.
  Cause:
  
  
  Date Restrictions: The document you are trying to process has line items with dates that are earlier than the specified cutoff date. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrectly entered dates in the line items.
  Changes in business rules or policies that restrict processing of historical data.
  System settings that prevent the processing of old transactions.
  
  
  
  Document Type Settings: Certain document types may have settings that restrict the processing of items with dates prior to a certain point in time.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Line Items: Check the line items in the document for any dates that are earlier than the cutoff date. You can do this by:
  
  Opening the document in the relevant transaction (e.g., VA02 for sales orders).
  Reviewing each line item for its date.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If the dates are incorrect, update them to be within the acceptable range. Ensure that the dates reflect the correct business context.
  
  
  Change Document Type Settings: If applicable, review the settings for the document type you are using. You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to adjust any settings that are causing this restriction.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the document type and its date handling rules.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the document. If you do not, you may need to work with someone who has the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the document processing again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  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 to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., VA02, ME22N) for editing sales and purchase documents.
  User Forums: Consider visiting 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 beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further assistance.