How To Fix CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON118 - Receipt date must be after or equal to violation date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON - Incident Common Messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Receipt date must be after or equal to violation date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON118 - Receipt date must be after or equal to violation date ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON118 indicates that there is a validation issue related to the receipt date and the violation date in the context of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) or Compliance Management modules. Specifically, the error states that the receipt date must be on or after the violation date.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The receipt date (the date when a certain action or document is received) is set to a date that is earlier than the violation date (the date when a violation occurred).
  This can happen due to user input errors, incorrect data entry, or system configuration issues.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dates: Review the receipt date and violation date in the relevant document or transaction. Ensure that the receipt date is set to a date that is equal to or later than the violation date.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If the receipt date is incorrect, update it to the appropriate date. If the violation date is incorrect, you may need to correct that as well, depending on the context of the data.
  
  
  Validation Rules: If you are consistently encountering this error, check if there are any custom validation rules or configurations in your SAP system that might be enforcing this rule. You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or technical team.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users entering data are trained on the importance of date accuracy and the implications of entering incorrect dates.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on handling date-related errors in the specific module you are working with.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to the EHS module, as they may provide additional insights into managing compliance and violations.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the dates and making corrections, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the receipt date is appropriately set in relation to the violation date, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transaction.