How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL173 - Planned processing date was changed from &1 to &2

/PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL -

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Planned processing date was changed from &1 to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL173 - Planned processing date was changed from &1 to &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL173 indicates that the planned processing date for a purchase order (PO) has been changed. This message typically arises in the context of procurement and logistics processes within SAP, particularly when there are changes to the scheduling of purchase orders.
  
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the planned processing date of a purchase order is modified. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Changes made by a user in the purchase order.
  Updates from the supplier regarding delivery dates.
  Changes in the production schedule that affect the procurement timeline.
  System updates or batch jobs that adjust planned dates based on certain criteria.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Purchase Order: Check the purchase order in question to understand why the planned processing date was changed. Look for any recent changes made to the order.
  
  
  Check Change Logs: Use the change log functionality in SAP to see