/ACCGO/CMGL_APPL018 - Warehouse receipt start date cannot be in future

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CMGL_APPL -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Warehouse receipt start date cannot be in future

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CMGL_APPL018 - Warehouse receipt start date cannot be in future ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CMGL_APPL018 Warehouse receipt start date cannot be in future typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a warehouse receipt with a start date that is set to a future date. This is a validation error that ensures that warehouse operations are only scheduled for dates that are either current or in the past.
  Cause:
  
  Future Date Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the user has inadvertently entered a future date for the warehouse receipt start date.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that restrict the processing of warehouse receipts to only allow current or past dates.
  Data Migration or Upload Issues: If data is being uploaded or migrated into the system, it may contain future dates that are not valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the start date you are trying to enter for the warehouse receipt. Ensure that it is set to the current date or a past date.
  Adjust the Date: If the date is indeed in the future, change it to the current date or a valid past date.
  Review System Settings: If you believe the date should be valid, check with your SAP administrator or support team to review any system settings or configurations that may be enforcing this restriction.
  Data Validation: If you are uploading data, ensure that all dates in your upload file are valid and do not contain future dates.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on warehouse receipt processing and date validations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to warehouse management (e.g., LT01 for creating transfer orders, LT10 for creating warehouse tasks).
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user role has the necessary permissions to create or modify warehouse receipts.
  Testing: If changes are made to the system or data, conduct tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.