How To Fix /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES696 - Appl. receipt date must be earlier than or equal to the current date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 696

• Message text: Appl. receipt date must be earlier than or equal to the current date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES696 - Appl. receipt date must be earlier than or equal to the current date ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES696 indicates that the application receipt date you are trying to enter is later than the current date. This error typically occurs in scenarios where a date is expected to be in the past or present, but a future date has been provided instead.
  Cause:
  
  Future Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has mistakenly entered a future date for the application receipt.
  System Date Mismatch: There may be a discrepancy between the system date and the date being entered, possibly due to time zone settings or incorrect system time.
  Business Logic Constraints: The application may have specific business rules that require the receipt date to be on or before the current date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date you are entering. Ensure that it is either today’s date or a date in the past.
  System Date Verification: Check the system date on the SAP server. If the server date is incorrect, it may need to be corrected by your system administrator.
  Adjust Input: If you are entering the date manually, adjust it to a valid date that meets the criteria (i.e., today or earlier).
  Review Business Rules: If the application has specific business rules, consult the documentation or your SAP administrator to understand the constraints on date entries.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Documentation: Review the user manuals or help documentation related to the specific transaction or module you are working with.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transaction.