How To Fix CI342 - Task lists exist in the past or future for functional location

CI342 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI - Plant maintenance task list messages

• Message number: 342

• Message text: Task lists exist in the past or future for functional location

What causes this issue?

Although task lists exist for the functional location entered, they are
not valid in the period of time you specified.

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 functional location task lists, extend the
selection period.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI342 - Task lists exist in the past or future for functional location ?

  The SAP error message CI342 indicates that there are task lists associated with a functional location that are scheduled for execution in the past or future, which can lead to inconsistencies in maintenance planning and execution. This error typically arises in the context of maintenance management within SAP PM (Plant Maintenance).
  
  Cause:
  
  Task List Dates: The task lists linked to the functional location have validity periods that extend into the past or future. This can happen if the task lists were created or modified with dates that do not align with the current date or the planned maintenance schedule.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the maintenance planning settings that allow for the creation of task lists with invalid dates.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation or modification of task lists can lead to incorrect date settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Task Lists: Check the task lists associated with the functional location. You