How To Fix RDM_OPT_INBOUND062 - Sales period begins in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDM_OPT_INBOUND - Import Framework Message Class

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Sales period begins in the past

What causes this issue?

The sales period of the promotion to be imported begins in the past.

System Response

The promotion is not imported.

How to fix this error?

Change the sales period of the promotion so that it does not begin in
the past.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDM_OPT_INBOUND062 - Sales period begins in the past ?

  The SAP error message RDM_OPT_INBOUND062, which states "Sales period begins in the past," typically occurs when you attempt to process a sales order or related transaction for a sales period that has already started or ended. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to create or modify sales orders, deliveries, or billing documents.
  Cause:
  
  Sales Period Configuration: The sales period defined in the system may have a start date that is set in the past, which means that the system does not allow transactions to be processed for that period.
  Date Settings: The system date or the date settings in the transaction may not align with the defined sales periods.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the material or customer may have incorrect or outdated sales period information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Sales Period Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for sales periods in your SAP system (usually found in the customizing settings under Sales and Distribution).
  Verify that the sales periods are correctly defined and that the start date is set appropriately for the current date.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Dates:
  
  Ensure that the date you are using for the transaction (e.g., order date, delivery date) is within the valid sales period.
  If necessary, change the date to a valid one that falls within the defined sales period.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the relevant customer or material to ensure that it is up to date and correctly reflects the current sales periods.
  If there are discrepancies, update the master data accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or support team. They can provide insights into the configuration and help troubleshoot the problem further.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OVZC (for sales period settings) or VD03 (to view customer master data) to check and modify the relevant settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on sales period management and error handling.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.