How To Fix W4146 - &: & goods movement was posted after desired date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W4 - Messages for material discontinuation

• Message number: 146

• Message text: &: & goods movement was posted after desired date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W4146 - &: & goods movement was posted after desired date ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W4146 & : & goods movement was posted after desired date
  
  1. Cause of the Error
  This warning message occurs during a goods movement posting (such as goods receipt, goods issue, transfer posting) when the posting date entered in the document is later than the "desired date" (also called the "required delivery date" or "planned delivery date") specified in the related document (e.g., purchase order, production order, or reservation).
  
  The system detects that the actual posting date of the goods movement is after the date when the goods were originally expected or planned to be moved.
  This can happen if the goods receipt or issue is delayed or posted retrospectively.
  The message is a warning (W), not an error, so the posting can still proceed, but it alerts the user to a potential timing discrepancy.
  
  
  2. Explanation
  
  The desired date is typically the date when the goods movement was planned or expected.
  The posting date is the actual date when the goods movement is recorded in the system.
  Posting after the desired date might affect inventory valuation, planning, and reporting.
  The system issues this warning to ensure users are aware of the delay and can take corrective action if necessary.
  
  
  3. Solution / How to Handle
  
  Review the dates: Check the desired date in the related document (e.g., PO, production order) and the posting date you entered.
  Confirm the delay: If the goods movement was indeed delayed, you can proceed with the posting despite the warning.
  Adjust the posting date: If the posting date was entered incorrectly (e.g., a future date or a date later than actual movement), correct it to match the actual goods movement date.
  Update the desired date: If the planned date was incorrect or needs adjustment, update the desired date in the source document if possible.
  Ignore the warning: Since it is a warning, you can continue with the posting if the delay is justified.
  Check configuration: In some cases, the warning can be configured to be suppressed or changed to an error in customizing (transaction OMJJ or related movement type settings), but this is generally not recommended without business approval.
  
  
  4. Related Information
  
  Message Class: WM (Material Management)
  Transaction Codes: MIGO, MB1A, MB1B, MB1C (goods movement transactions)
  Configuration: Movement types and their control parameters can influence how dates are checked.
  Impact: Delayed postings can affect inventory accuracy, material planning, and financial postings.
  SAP Notes: Sometimes SAP Notes provide additional guidance if this warning appears frequently or unexpectedly.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Posting date of goods movement is after the desired/planned date in the related document.
  
  
  Effect
  Warning message W4146 is issued; posting can continue but indicates a timing discrepancy.
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and correct dates if needed; proceed if delay is valid; update source documents if necessary.
  
  
  Related Tcodes
  MIGO, MB1A, MB1B, MB1C
  
  
  Configuration
  Movement type settings, date checks in customizing.
  
  
  
  
  If you want, I can help you with the exact steps to check or change the posting date or desired date in your specific scenario.