How To Fix CI321 - General task lists exist in the past or the future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI - Plant maintenance task list messages

• Message number: 321

• Message text: General task lists exist in the past or the future

What causes this issue?

Although such general task lists do exist, they are not valid in the
period entered by you.

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?

If you want to see the general task lists, extend the selection period.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI321 - General task lists exist in the past or the future ?

  The SAP error message CI321 indicates that there are general task lists that are either dated in the past or the future, which can cause issues when trying to execute certain operations related to maintenance planning or production scheduling. This error typically arises in the context of using the SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) or PP (Production Planning) modules.
  Cause:
  
  
  Task List Dates: The general task lists have validity dates that do not align with the current date. This means that the task lists are either:
  
  Valid only in the past (i.e., their validity period has expired).
  Set to be valid only in the future (i.e., they are not yet active).
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not allowing the task lists to be recognized as valid.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when creating or modifying task lists can lead to invalid dates being set.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Task List Validity:
  
  Go to the transaction code IA05 (Display General Task List) or IA02 (Change General Task List).
  Check the validity dates of the task lists in question. Ensure that the current date falls within the validity period of the task lists.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If the task lists are indeed set to dates in the past or future, you may need to adjust the validity dates to include the current date.
  Use IA02 to change the validity dates of the task lists as necessary.
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive Old Task Lists:
  
  If there are task lists that are no longer needed and are causing conflicts, consider deleting or archiving them.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to task lists in the system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on managing task lists and their validity.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  IA01: Create General Task List
  IA02: Change General Task List
  IA05: Display General Task List
  IA03: Display General Task List (for viewing purposes)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify task lists.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CI321 error and ensure that your general task lists are correctly configured for use in SAP.