How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_EH164 - Current date not too early for allowed subm. timerange before due date

/PF1/MSG_PO_EH164 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_EH -

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Current date not too early for allowed subm. timerange before due date

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/PF1/MSG_PO_EH164 - Details

• The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_EH164 indicates that the current date is too early for the allowed submission time range before the due date for a purchase order (PO) or related document. This error typically arises in the context of procurement processes where there are restrictions on when certain actions can be taken relative to the due date of a purchase order.
  
  Cause:
  
  Submission Time Range: The system has defined a specific time range within which submissions (like confirmations, invoices, etc.) can be made before the due date. If the current date falls outside this range (specifically, too early), the error will be triggered.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the system regarding the allowed submission time range may be configured to prevent early submissions to ensure that processes are followed correctly.
  Business Rules: There may be business rules in place that dictate when certain actions can be taken, which could be based on the nature