How To Fix C7073 - Milestone &2: Date is not within the dates for WBS element &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C7 - Scheduling

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Milestone &2: Date is not within the dates for WBS element &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C7073 - Milestone &2: Date is not within the dates for WBS element &1 ?

  The SAP error message C7073 indicates that there is a problem with the dates associated with a milestone in a project. Specifically, the error states that the date for the milestone is not within the allowable date range for the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element.
  Cause:
  
  Date Mismatch: The milestone date you are trying to set is outside the start and finish dates defined for the WBS element.
  WBS Element Configuration: The WBS element may have specific date constraints that are not being met.
  Project Structure Changes: If the project structure has been modified (e.g., dates of the WBS element have changed), it may lead to this error when trying to assign milestones.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check WBS Dates: Verify the start and finish dates of the WBS element associated with the milestone. Ensure that the milestone date falls within this range.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the WBS element in the project structure and checking its details.
  
  
  
  Adjust Milestone Date: If the milestone date is indeed outside the WBS date range, adjust the milestone date to fall within the valid range.
  
  
  Modify WBS Dates: If necessary, and if it makes sense for your project, you can also adjust the start and finish dates of the WBS element to accommodate the milestone date.
  
  
  Review Project Settings: Ensure that there are no project settings or constraints that are preventing the milestone from being set correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the project structure or the implications of changing dates, consult your project management documentation or speak with a project manager.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) to view and edit WBS elements and milestones.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the WBS elements and milestones.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C7073 error and successfully set the milestone date within the appropriate range for the WBS element.