How To Fix /SCMTMS/MSG034 - &1 requested delivery date is in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MSG -

• Message number: 034

• Message text: &1 requested delivery date is in the past

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MSG034 - &1 requested delivery date is in the past ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MSG034 indicates that the requested delivery date for a transportation request or shipment is in the past. This error typically occurs in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module when a user attempts to create or modify a transportation request with a delivery date that has already passed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The user may have mistakenly entered a past date for the requested delivery.
  System Date Settings: The system date may be set incorrectly, leading to confusion about what constitutes a "past" date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in date formats or values.
  Business Process Changes: Changes in business processes or policies may require that only future dates are acceptable for delivery.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check and Correct the Date: Review the requested delivery date in the transportation request or shipment and change it to a valid future date.
  Verify System Date: Ensure that the system date