How To Fix CJ142 - No dates available. Today's date is used as finish date.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

• Message number: 142

• Message text: No dates available. Today's date is used as finish date.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ142 - No dates available. Today's date is used as finish date. ?

  The SAP error message CJ142 ("No dates available. Today's date is used as finish date.") typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with project definitions, work breakdown structures (WBS), or network activities. This error indicates that the system cannot find any valid dates for the project or activity you are trying to work with, and as a fallback, it uses the current date as the finish date.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Dates: The project or activity does not have any planned start or finish dates defined.
  Invalid Date Ranges: The dates defined for the project or activity may be outside of the permissible range or may not be valid due to other constraints.
  Project Status: The project or activity may be in a status that does not allow for date changes or updates.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the project management module that are not set up correctly, leading to the inability to retrieve valid dates.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the dates for the project or activity.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Project Dates: Go to the project definition or WBS element and verify that the start and finish dates are correctly defined. If they are missing, enter the appropriate dates.
  Review Activity Dates: If you are working with network activities, ensure that all activities have valid dates assigned.
  Check Project Status: Ensure that the project or activity is in a status that allows for date modifications. If it is locked or in a completed status, you may need to change its status.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP administrator or project management team to ensure that the configuration settings for project management are correct.
  Authorization Check: Verify that you have the necessary permissions to view and edit project dates. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required access.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project) to check and modify project details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for project management to understand how dates are managed within the system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth analysis and assistance.