How To Fix CJ516 - You cannot delete the finish date

CJ516 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

• Message number: 516

• Message text: You cannot delete the finish date

What causes this issue?

The superior WBS element already has an actual finish date. You cannot
delete this date.

System Response

The system automatically uses the old date.

How to fix this error?

You can only change the actual dates for a WBS element. You cannot
delete the dates.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ516 - You cannot delete the finish date ?

  The SAP error message CJ516 ("You cannot delete the finish date") typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with project definitions or work breakdown structures (WBS). This error indicates that the system is preventing the deletion of a finish date for a project or WBS element due to certain constraints or dependencies.
  Causes:
  
  Dependencies: The finish date may be linked to other project elements or activities that have dependencies. Deleting it could disrupt the project schedule.
  Status of the Project: If the project or WBS element is in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., completed or closed), the system will prevent modifications to the finish date.
  Project Planning: The finish date may be part of a planning scenario that requires it to remain intact for reporting or scheduling purposes.
  Authorizations: Lack of proper authorizations to make changes to project data can also lead to this error.
  
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