How To Fix W_1004 - A reorganization in future is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_1 - Message Class for WPOSA

• Message number: 004

• Message text: A reorganization in future is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_1004 - A reorganization in future is not possible ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W_1004: A reorganization in future is not possible
  
  Cause:
  This warning message typically occurs in SAP when you attempt to schedule or perform a reorganization (such as database reorganization, index reorganization, or table reorganization) for a future date/time that is not allowed or feasible. The system detects that the requested reorganization date/time is beyond the permissible or supported timeframe.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  Trying to schedule a reorganization job for a date/time that is too far in the future.
  The system or database does not support reorganization planning beyond a certain horizon.
  The reorganization tool or transaction has internal checks preventing future-dated reorganizations.
  The system clock or time settings might be inconsistent or incorrect.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Schedule Reorganization for Current or Past Date/Time:
  
  Adjust the reorganization date/time to the current date/time or a valid past date/time.
  Avoid setting the reorganization for a distant future date.
  
  
  
  Check System Date and Time Settings:
  
  Verify that the system date and time are correctly set.
  Ensure no discrepancies exist between the application server and database server times.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction or Tool:
  
  Use the appropriate SAP transaction or tool for reorganization (e.g., DB13 for database reorganization).
  Follow SAP notes or documentation for scheduling reorganizations.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Service Marketplace or SAP ONE Support Launchpad for any notes related to message W_1004.
  There might be patches or updates if this is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists despite correct scheduling, raise a support ticket with SAP, providing system logs and details.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions Involved:  
  
  DB13 (Database Reorganization)  
  SE14 (Database Utility)  
  Other custom or standard reorganization tools depending on the database or module.
  
  
  
  Typical Use Cases:  
  
  Reorganizing database tables or indexes to improve performance.  
  Archiving or housekeeping activities scheduled via background jobs.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:  
  
  Search for message class W_1004 in SAP Notes.  
  Review SAP Help Portal documentation on database reorganization.
  
  
  
  System Environment:  
  
  The error can occur in any SAP system (ECC, S/4HANA) depending on the database and reorganization tools used.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  The warning "A reorganization in future is not possible" means the system does not allow scheduling a reorganization for a future date/time beyond its limits. Adjust the scheduling to a valid date/time, verify system clocks, and use the correct tools to resolve the issue.