How To Fix RFM_ALIGNMENT035 - Missing sales order date or purchase requisition date.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_ALIGNMENT -

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Missing sales order date or purchase requisition date.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_ALIGNMENT035 - Missing sales order date or purchase requisition date. ?

  The SAP error message RFM_ALIGNMENT035 indicates that there is a missing sales order date or purchase requisition date in the system. This error typically arises during the processing of sales orders or purchase requisitions, where the system expects a date to be present for proper alignment and processing of the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the sales order or purchase requisition was created without specifying a date.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have inadvertently skipped the date field during data entry.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the sales order or purchase requisition processes that lead to the omission of required fields.
  Integration Issues: If the sales order or purchase requisition is being created through an interface or integration with another system, the date may not be passed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Document: Review the sales order or purchase requisition in question to ensure that the date fields are filled in correctly. If they are missing, add the appropriate date.
  Data Entry Validation: Implement validation checks in the data entry process to ensure that all required fields, including dates, are filled out before submission.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP for sales orders and purchase requisitions to ensure that the date fields are set as mandatory if required by your business process.
  Error Handling in Interfaces: If the error is occurring due to an interface, review the mapping and data transfer processes to ensure that all necessary fields, including dates, are being transferred correctly.
  User Training: Provide training to users on the importance of filling in all required fields, including dates, when creating sales orders or purchase requisitions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like VA01 (Create Sales Order) or ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition) to check and correct the entries.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling it.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for best practices on sales order and purchase requisition management to ensure compliance with required fields.
  
  By addressing the missing date issue and ensuring proper data entry and configuration, you should be able to resolve the RFM_ALIGNMENT035 error effectively.