How To Fix V4005 - The material go-ahead start time lies after the mat.go-ahead end time

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V4 - Nachrichten Verkauf (Variable Meldungen und EDI-Meldungen)

• Message number: 005

• Message text: The material go-ahead start time lies after the mat.go-ahead end time

What causes this issue?

You have entered a material go-ahead start date that is later than the
material go-ahead end date.

System Response

The system does not allow the entry or generates a warning message.

How to fix this error?

Please correct your entries in the date fields for material release.
The material go-ahead cumulative quantity, which is supplied for
information purposes, cannot be correctly determined unless these two
fields are filled in correctly.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V4005 - The material go-ahead start time lies after the mat.go-ahead end time ?

  The SAP error message V4005, which states "The material go-ahead start time lies after the mat.go-ahead end time," typically occurs in the context of production planning and scheduling. This error indicates that there is a conflict in the scheduling of a material's go-ahead time, where the start time is set to occur after the end time, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Time Settings: The go-ahead start time and end time for the material are not set correctly in the system. This can happen due to manual entry errors or incorrect configuration in the material master or production order.
  Scheduling Conflicts: There may be overlapping or conflicting scheduling parameters that lead to this inconsistency.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the time settings that were not properly adjusted during the migration process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the specific material in question. Ensure that the go-ahead start time and end time are correctly defined.
  
  Navigate to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the relevant views (e.g., MRP, Production).
  
  
  
  Review Production Orders: If the error is occurring in the context of a production order, check the production order details (transaction code CO03) to ensure that the scheduling parameters are set correctly.
  
  
  Adjust Scheduling Parameters: If the go-ahead times are incorrect, adjust them to ensure that the start time is before the end time. This can be done in the production order or material master settings.
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to production planning and scheduling. This may involve checking the settings in SPRO (Customizing) for MRP and production scheduling.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the configuration of go-ahead times and scheduling parameters.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes by attempting to create or process the production order again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Material Master), CO03 (Display Production Order), and MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.