How To Fix WU649 - Upper limit of the sales period must be before &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 649

• Message text: Upper limit of the sales period must be before &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU649 - Upper limit of the sales period must be before & ?

  The SAP error message WU649 ("Upper limit of the sales period must be before &") typically occurs in the context of sales order processing or sales planning. This error indicates that the upper limit of the sales period you are trying to set is not valid because it is set to a date that is not before the specified date (the "&" symbol represents the date in question).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The upper limit date for the sales period is set to a date that is equal to or later than the lower limit date.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that define valid sales periods, and the dates you are trying to use do not comply with these settings.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have mistakenly entered the wrong dates in the sales order or planning transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the dates you have entered for the sales period. Ensure that the upper limit date is indeed before the lower limit date.
  Adjust Dates: If the upper limit date is incorrect, modify it to a valid date that is before the lower limit date.
  Review Configuration: If you suspect that the issue is related to configuration, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the settings for sales periods.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on setting sales periods and any related configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transaction codes related to sales orders, such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), or in planning transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to sales periods.
  Testing: After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.