How To Fix SAPLWSAO028 - A delivery date in the past is not allowed - change this value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAPLWSAO - Messages for SAP Retail Store Store Order

• Message number: 028

• Message text: A delivery date in the past is not allowed - change this value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAPLWSAO028 - A delivery date in the past is not allowed - change this value ?

  The SAP error message SAPLWSAO028 indicates that a delivery date entered in a transaction is set to a date that is in the past, which is not allowed by the system. This error typically occurs in various SAP modules, such as Sales and Distribution (SD) or Materials Management (MM), when trying to create or modify a delivery, sales order, or purchase order.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The user may have mistakenly entered a past date instead of a future date.
  System Date Settings: The system date may be set incorrectly, leading to confusion about what constitutes a "past" date.
  Business Rules: The business process may dictate that deliveries cannot be scheduled for past dates due to operational constraints.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Change the Delivery Date: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., sales order, delivery, etc.).
  Locate the field for the delivery date.
  Update the date to a valid future date.
  
  
  
  Check System Date: 
  
  Ensure that the system date is set correctly. You can check this by using transaction code SU01 to view the user profile or by checking the system settings.
  
  
  
  Review Business Processes: 
  
  If the error persists, review the business rules and processes to ensure that the delivery date aligns with operational requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for specific rules regarding delivery dates.
  
  
  
  User Training: 
  
  If users frequently encounter this error, consider providing training on how to correctly enter dates in SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like VA01 (Create Sales Order), VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), or ME21N (Create Purchase Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to date handling in your specific version of SAP.
  User Exits and Enhancements: If your organization has custom enhancements, check if any user exits or modifications are affecting date validation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that future transactions are processed without issues related to delivery dates.