How To Fix /SAPAPO/PRP060 - Post-evaluation not possible: Promotion is in the future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PRP -

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Post-evaluation not possible: Promotion is in the future

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PRP060 - Post-evaluation not possible: Promotion is in the future ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PRP060 indicates that a post-evaluation for a promotion cannot be performed because the promotion is set to start in the future. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when trying to evaluate or analyze promotions that have not yet begun.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the promotion's start date is set in the future, and the system does not allow post-evaluation activities on promotions that are not yet active. This is a safeguard to ensure that evaluations are only conducted on promotions that are currently running or have already concluded.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Promotion Dates: Verify the start and end dates of the promotion in question. Ensure that the current date is within the promotion's active period.
  
  
  Adjust Evaluation Date: If you are trying to perform a post-evaluation, make sure that the evaluation date you are using is not set in the future. Adjust it to a date that falls within the promotion's active period.
  
  
  Modify Promotion Dates: If necessary, you can modify the promotion's start date to an earlier date if it is appropriate to do so. This should be done with caution and in accordance with business rules.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the relevant SAP documentation or help files for additional context on promotions and post-evaluation processes.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Promotion Management: Understanding how promotions are managed within SAP APO can help in setting up and evaluating them correctly.
  APO Configuration: Ensure that your APO system is configured correctly for promotions, including the settings for evaluation periods.
  User Permissions: Check if you have the necessary permissions to perform evaluations on promotions, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the /SAPAPO/PRP060 error and successfully conduct post-evaluations for your promotions.