How To Fix /SAPCE/FKUA_MES013 - Document Date of Corr.Invoice &1 should be after date &2!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/FKUA_MES -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Document Date of Corr.Invoice &1 should be after date &2!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/FKUA_MES013 - Document Date of Corr.Invoice &1 should be after date &2! ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/FKUA_MES013 Document Date of Corr.Invoice &1 should be after date &2 typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with corrective invoices or credit memos. This error indicates that the document date of the corrective invoice (or credit memo) is not valid because it is set to a date that is earlier than the date of the original invoice or another related document.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Date: The document date for the corrective invoice is set to a date that is earlier than the original invoice date or another related document date.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation of the corrective invoice, the user may have mistakenly entered the wrong date.
  System Configuration: There may be specific business rules or configurations in the SAP system that enforce date validation for financial documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Dates: Review the dates of the original invoice and the corrective invoice. Ensure that the document date of the corrective invoice is later than the original invoice date.
  Correct the Date: If the date is incorrect, modify the document date of the corrective invoice to a valid date that is after the original invoice date.
  Review Related Documents: If there are multiple related documents, ensure that the corrective invoice date is valid in relation to all of them.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the correct dates or the implications of changing them, consult with your finance or accounting team for guidance.
  System Configuration Check: If the issue persists, check with your SAP administrator or support team to see if there are any specific configurations or validations that need to be adjusted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transaction codes related to invoice processing, such as MIRO (Enter Incoming Invoice) or FB60 (Enter Vendor Invoice).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to invoice processing and corrective invoices for best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process the corrective invoice.