How To Fix /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG163 - Quotation date &1 is in the future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Quotation date &1 is in the future

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG163 - Quotation date &1 is in the future ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG163 indicates that the quotation date specified in a transaction is set to a future date, which is not allowed by the system's configuration or business rules. This error typically occurs in the context of creating or processing quotations in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Future Date Entry: The user has entered a quotation date that is beyond the current date.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to disallow future dates for certain transactions, including quotations.
  Business Rules: Organizational policies may dictate that quotations must be valid only for the current date or past dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Quotation Date: Review the date entered in the quotation. Ensure that it is set to the current date or a past date.
  Adjust the Date: If the date is indeed in the future, change it to the current date or an acceptable past date.
  Review Configuration: If you believe that future dates should be allowed, consult with your SAP administrator or configuration team to review the settings related to quotation dates.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained to enter valid dates according to the business rules and system configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to quotation processing to understand the rules and configurations that govern date entries.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the date and configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your quotation processing in SAP.