How To Fix CCMM120 - Installation date is before posting date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CCMM - Message Class for A&D CCM

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Installation date is before posting date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CCMM120 - Installation date is before posting date ?

  The SAP error message CCMM120: Installation date is before posting date typically occurs in the context of asset management or project systems when there is a mismatch between the installation date of an asset or project and the posting date of a transaction. This error indicates that the system is preventing a transaction because the installation date is set to a date that is earlier than the posting date, which is not allowed in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The installation date for the asset or project was entered incorrectly, making it earlier than the posting date of the transaction.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the system that enforce date validation rules.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the dates may not have been correctly aligned.
  Transaction Timing: The transaction being processed may have a posting date that is set in the future or is incorrectly set.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the installation date and the posting date of the transaction. Ensure that the installation date is not earlier than the posting date.
  Adjust Dates: If the installation date is incorrect, update it to a date that is on or before the posting date.
  Transaction Review: If the posting date is incorrect, consider adjusting it to a valid date that aligns with the installation date.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for handling asset management or project systems to ensure compliance with date rules.
  System Configuration: If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review any settings that may be enforcing this rule.
  Data Migration Review: If this issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that dates were correctly transferred.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or CJ20N (Project Builder) to manage assets and projects effectively.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to make changes to asset or project data.
  Training: Consider training for users on proper data entry practices to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CCMM120 error and ensure that your asset or project data is correctly aligned with the posting dates.