How To Fix WRF_PRC_SCD412 - &1 &2 is higher than &3 &4 - check start dates

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PRC_SCD - Purchasing Scheduling Seasonal Procurement

• Message number: 412

• Message text: &1 &2 is higher than &3 &4 - check start dates

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_SCD412 - &1 &2 is higher than &3 &4 - check start dates ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PRC_SCD412 typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) modules, particularly when dealing with planning data, such as in the context of product lifecycle management or supply chain planning.
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that there is a conflict with the start dates of certain planning elements. Specifically, it suggests that the start date of a certain planning object (like a product, location, or resource) is higher (later) than another date that is expected to be earlier. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The start date for a planning object may have been incorrectly set in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that lead to conflicting dates.
  Planning Version Issues: If multiple planning versions are being used, there may be discrepancies between them.
  Time Period Settings: The time periods defined for planning may not align correctly with the data being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Dates: Review the start dates of the planning objects involved in the error message. Ensure that they are set correctly and that the earlier date is indeed earlier than the later date.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for the relevant products, locations, or resources to ensure that all date-related fields are correctly populated.
  
  
  Adjust Planning Parameters: If applicable, review the planning parameters and settings in the system to ensure they are configured correctly.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify any discrepancies in the data that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC62 (for master data) to check and adjust the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issue causing the WRF_PRC_SCD412 error message.