How To Fix CM_EHFND_BO_TDEF019 - Due date cannot be before start date

CM_EHFND_BO_TDEF019 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_BO_TDEF - Message Class for the Task Definition BO

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Due date cannot be before start date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_BO_TDEF019 - Due date cannot be before start date ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_BO_TDEF019 indicates that there is a validation issue where the due date is set to a date that is earlier than the start date. This error typically occurs in scenarios involving business objects, such as tasks, projects, or other time-sensitive entries in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the due date entered in the system is chronologically before the start date. This can happen due to:
  
  User input error: The user may have mistakenly entered the dates in the wrong order.
  Data migration issues: If data was imported or migrated from another system, the dates may not have been validated properly.
  System configuration: There may be specific business rules or configurations that enforce this validation.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Dates: Review the start date and due date fields in the relevant transaction or business object. Ensure that the due date is