How To Fix /SAPAPO/MC01101 - Enter a date between &1, &2 and &3, &4 (time)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MC01 -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Enter a date between &1, &2 and &3, &4 (time)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01101 - Enter a date between &1, &2 and &3, &4 (time) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01101 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to enter a date that falls outside of the allowed range. The message indicates that the date you are trying to input is not valid because it does not fall between the specified start and end dates.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The date you are trying to enter is earlier than the minimum allowed date (&1, &2) or later than the maximum allowed date (&3, &4).
  The date range may be defined by the system settings, planning horizon, or specific configuration in the APO system.
  The date might also be influenced by the master data settings or the planning book configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Date Input: Ensure that the date you are entering is within the specified range. The message will provide you with the valid range, so adjust your input accordingly.
  
  
  Review Planning Horizon: Check the planning horizon settings in your APO system. The planning horizon defines the period for which planning is allowed. You may need to extend the planning horizon if your business process requires it.
  
  
  Adjust Master Data: If the error is related to master data settings (like product availability or location settings), review and adjust these settings to ensure they align with your planning needs.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, review the settings related to the planning book or data view you are using. Ensure that the date ranges are correctly configured.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data for the specified date range.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Documentation: Review the SAP APO documentation for details on planning horizons, master data settings, and configuration options.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to APO planning, such as /SAPAPO/MC62 (for planning book configuration) or /SAPAPO/MC8A (for planning area settings).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.