How To Fix /SAPAPO/CTM1302 - The planning start date is in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CTM1 -

• Message number: 302

• Message text: The planning start date is in the past

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM1302 - The planning start date is in the past ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM1302 indicates that the planning start date specified in your planning run is set to a date that is in the past. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when using the Capable-to-Match (CTM) planning function.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Input: The planning start date has been manually set to a date that has already passed.
  System Date Configuration: The system date may be incorrectly configured, leading to discrepancies in date calculations.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters or settings may not be correctly defined, causing the system to default to an incorrect start date.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check and Update the Planning Start Date:
  
  Go to the planning run settings and verify the planning start date.
  Change the date to a future date that is valid for your planning horizon.
  
  
  
  Review System Date:
  
  Ensure that the system date is correctly set. You can check this in the SAP system by using transaction code SM51 to view the server date and time.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Parameters:
  
  Review the planning parameters in the CTM profile to ensure they are set correctly. This includes checking the planning horizon and any other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on setting up planning runs and understanding date parameters.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test planning run to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/CTM for running the CTM planning or SCC4 for checking client settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change planning parameters and run planning functions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further investigation.