How To Fix CGPL_OBJECT_SERVICES014 - Finish date is earlier than start date

CGPL_OBJECT_SERVICES014 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CGPL_OBJECT_SERVICES - Project Planning - Object Services Message Class

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Finish date is earlier than start date

What causes this issue?

You entered a finish date that occurs before the start date for the
project element &V1&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter a finish date that occurs after the start date.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CGPL_OBJECT_SERVICES014 - Finish date is earlier than start date ?

  The SAP error message CGPL_OBJECT_SERVICES014 indicates that there is a problem with the scheduling of a service or project, specifically that the finish date is set earlier than the start date. This is a logical error, as a task cannot logically end before it begins.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has mistakenly entered the finish date before the start date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in date formats or values.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with how the system is configured to handle date inputs.
  User Error: Users may not be aware of the correct sequence of dates when entering or updating records.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the start and finish dates in the relevant transaction or record. Ensure that the finish date is later than the start date.
  Correct the Dates: If the finish date is indeed earlier