How To Fix /SAPAPO/PUIA_MESS139 - Enter delivery date or shipping date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PUIA_MESS -

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Enter delivery date or shipping date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PUIA_MESS139 - Enter delivery date or shipping date ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PUIA_MESS139 indicates that a delivery date or shipping date must be entered in the relevant transaction or process within the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to create or modify a document (like a sales order, delivery, or shipment) without specifying the required date fields.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Date Fields: The most common cause is that the user has not filled in the delivery date or shipping date fields in the relevant transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the APO system that require these fields to be mandatory.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may overlook these fields or enter them incorrectly, leading to the error.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or user roles may restrict access to these fields, causing them to appear empty.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Required Dates: Ensure that you fill in the delivery date or shipping date fields before saving or processing the document. Check the format and ensure it is valid.
  Review Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings in the APO system to see if the delivery and shipping dates are set as mandatory fields. If they are, ensure that users are aware of this requirement.
  User Training: Provide training to users on the importance of entering these dates and how to do so correctly.
  Check User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify the delivery and shipping date fields.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the transaction you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be working with transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning) or /SAPAPO/SDP95 (for order management).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional context.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the missing date fields and ensuring proper configuration and user training, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPAPO/PUIA_MESS139.