How To Fix SEPMRA_PURCHASEORDER001 - Delivery date is in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEPMRA_PURCHASEORDER - EPM Fiori Ref Apps: Messages for Purchase Order

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Delivery date is in the past

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEPMRA_PURCHASEORDER001 - Delivery date is in the past ?

  The SAP error message SEPMRA_PURCHASEORDER001 indicating that "Delivery date is in the past" typically occurs when a purchase order (PO) is created or modified with a delivery date that is earlier than the current date. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when entering a new purchase order, updating an existing one, or processing goods receipts.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The user may have mistakenly entered a delivery date that is earlier than today's date.
  System Date Settings: The system date on the server or user’s machine may be incorrectly set to a past date.
  Business Logic: The business rules configured in the SAP system may not allow for past delivery dates due to operational policies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check and Correct the Delivery Date:
  
  Review the delivery date entered in the purchase order.
  Update the delivery date to a future date that is valid according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Verify System Date:
  
  Ensure that the system date on the server or the user’s machine is set correctly to the current date.
  If the date is incorrect, adjust it accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Business Rules:
  
  Consult with your SAP administrator or business process owner to understand if there are specific business rules that prevent the use of past delivery dates.
  If necessary, adjust the configuration to allow for exceptions, if that aligns with business needs.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Provide training to users on how to correctly enter dates in the system to avoid similar errors in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding purchase order processing and date management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) for managing purchase orders.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that future purchase orders are created with valid delivery dates.