How To Fix 4F253 - &/& was to be completed by &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 4F - Message class for India localization

• Message number: 253

• Message text: &/& was to be completed by &

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

If you have obtained an extension from the excise department, enter the
date in the <LS>Extended Until </>field on the <LS>Certification Dates
</> tab.
If not, you must reverse the ARE document.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 4F253 - &/& was to be completed by & ?

  The SAP error message "4F253 &/& was to be completed by &" typically indicates an issue related to the completion of a task or process that is expected to be finished by a certain date or time. This error often arises in the context of project management, production planning, or similar modules where deadlines and task completions are critical.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deadline Not Met: The task or process was not completed by the specified deadline.
  Missing Data: Required data or prerequisites for completing the task may be missing.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the expected process flow.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to complete the task.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues or bugs that are preventing the task from being completed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Task Status: Review the status of the task or process to determine why it was not completed on