How To Fix CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON102 - Incident start date and time must not be in the future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON - Incident Common Messages

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Incident start date and time must not be in the future

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON102 - Incident start date and time must not be in the future ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON102 indicates that the incident start date and time you are trying to enter is set in the future. This error typically occurs in the context of incident management within SAP, particularly in the Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the date and time you have specified for the incident are later than the current date and time. This is not allowed because incidents should be recorded with a start time that is either the current time or a time in the past.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Date and Time: Review the date and time you have entered for the incident. Ensure that it is not set to a future date or time.
  
  
  Adjust the Date and Time: If the date and time are indeed in the future, change them to a valid past or current date and time.
  
  
  Validation: After making the changes, validate the entry again to ensure that the error does not persist.
  
  
  System Time Check: Ensure that the system time on your SAP server is correct. If the server time is incorrect, it may lead to confusion regarding what is considered "future" or "current."
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify incidents in the system.
  Incident Management Process: Familiarize yourself with the incident management process in SAP EHS to understand the requirements for entering incident data correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.