How To Fix CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON168 - Due date must be after or same as start date of investigation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON - Incident Common Messages

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Due date must be after or same as start date of investigation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON168 - Due date must be after or same as start date of investigation ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON168 indicates that there is a validation issue with the dates entered in a specific transaction or process related to incident management or health and safety in SAP. Specifically, the error states that the due date must be the same as or later than the start date of the investigation.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The due date for an investigation or incident is set to a date that is earlier than the start date.
  There may be a data entry error where the dates were incorrectly inputted.
  The system is enforcing a business rule that requires the due date to logically follow the start date.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Dates: Review the start date and due date fields in the relevant transaction. Ensure that the due date is set to the same date or a later date than the start date.
  Correct the Dates: If the due date is earlier than the start date, update the due date to a valid date that meets the requirement.
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes and try to proceed with the transaction again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transaction codes related to incident management, such as those used for creating or managing incidents, investigations, or health and safety records.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to edit the dates in the system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for specific guidelines on date management in the context of incident management.
  Support: If the issue persists after correcting the dates, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your work in SAP.