How To Fix /SAPAPO/ORDER_SPLIT063 - Start of the selected order lies in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ORDER_SPLIT -

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Start of the selected order lies in the past

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ORDER_SPLIT063 - Start of the selected order lies in the past ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ORDER_SPLIT063 indicates that the start date of the selected order lies in the past. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when trying to split or manipulate orders that have a start date that has already passed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Order Timing: The order you are trying to manipulate has a start date that is earlier than the current date and time. This can happen if the order was scheduled for a time that has already elapsed.
  Planning Horizon: The planning horizon set in the system may not allow for changes to orders that are scheduled in the past.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error in entering the order details, leading to incorrect scheduling.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Dates: Review the order details to confirm the start date and time. If the order is indeed in the past, you may need to adjust your planning or