How To Fix V4133 - Quantity comparison: Error in date determination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Quantity comparison: Error in date determination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V4133 - Quantity comparison: Error in date determination ?

  The SAP error message V4133, which states "Quantity comparison: Error in date determination," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when there is an issue with the date determination for quantities in sales documents. This error can arise during various processes, such as sales order creation, delivery, or billing.
  Causes:
  
  Date Determination Issues: The system is unable to determine the relevant dates for the quantities being compared. This can happen if the date settings in the material master or sales document are incorrect or missing.
  Incomplete Master Data: Missing or incorrect data in the material master, customer master, or sales document can lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the sales and distribution module, particularly in the area of availability check or delivery date determination.
  Quantity and Date Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the quantities and the corresponding dates in the sales order or delivery.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is complete and correctly configured, especially the sales views and availability check settings.
  Review Sales Document: Check the sales order or delivery document for any inconsistencies in the dates and quantities. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to date determination and availability checks. This may involve checking the settings in transaction codes like OVZB (for availability check) or OVA2 (for delivery date determination).
  Check Customer Master Data: Ensure that the customer master data is complete and that there are no restrictions or issues that could affect the sales process.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using the SAP debugging tools to trace the error and identify the specific point of failure in the date determination logic.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), and VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery) to navigate through the sales documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and help resources for more detailed information on date determination and availability checks in the SD module.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the SD module for further assistance.