How To Fix C7070 - Relationship: Maximum duration could not be kept

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C7 - Scheduling

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Relationship: Maximum duration could not be kept

What causes this issue?

A maximum duration has been entered for the relationship between order
&V1&, operation &V2& and order &V3&, operation &V4&. This could not be
kept, since the relationship has a longer duration than the maximum
duration.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C7070 - Relationship: Maximum duration could not be kept ?

  The SAP error message C7070, which states "Relationship: Maximum duration could not be kept," typically occurs in the context of project management or production planning within SAP. This error indicates that the maximum duration defined for a relationship between tasks or activities in a project cannot be maintained due to scheduling constraints or conflicts.
  
  Cause:
  
  Scheduling Conflicts: The planned start and finish dates of tasks may conflict with the defined maximum duration for the relationship.
  Resource Constraints: Limited availability of resources (e.g., personnel, equipment) can lead to delays that exceed the maximum duration.
  Incorrect Relationship Definition: The relationships (dependencies) between tasks may not be correctly defined, leading to unrealistic scheduling.
  Changes in Task Duration: If the duration of a predecessor task is extended, it may push the successor task beyond the maximum allowable duration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Task Relationships: Check the relationships between tasks to ensure they are correctly defined. Adjust the dependencies if necessary.
  Adjust Maximum Duration: If