How To Fix CN687 - Delivery date: Previous working day is the &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 687

• Message text: Delivery date: Previous working day is the &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN687 - Delivery date: Previous working day is the & ?

  The SAP error message CN687 typically indicates an issue related to scheduling in project management or production planning. The message suggests that the delivery date you are trying to set is not valid because it falls on a non-working day or is not aligned with the project's scheduling parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Working Day: The date you are trying to set as the delivery date is a non-working day (e.g., weekend or holiday) according to the calendar settings in SAP.
  Project Calendar Settings: The project or task may have specific calendar settings that define working and non-working days, which could lead to this error if the date does not comply.
  Scheduling Parameters: The scheduling parameters for the project or task may not allow for the selected date due to constraints or dependencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Calendar Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL to check the factory calendar settings.
  Ensure that the date you are trying to set is a working day according to the defined calendar.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Delivery Date:
  
  Change the delivery date to a valid working day. You can use the C223 transaction to view and adjust the scheduling parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Project Settings:
  
  Check the project settings to ensure that the calendar assigned to the project allows for the desired delivery date.
  You can do this by navigating to the project definition in the CJ20N transaction and reviewing the assigned calendar.
  
  
  
  Use the Scheduling Functionality:
  
  Utilize the scheduling functionality in SAP to automatically adjust the delivery date based on the working days. This can often be done by using the "Schedule" button in the project management transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the calendar settings or how to adjust them, consult with your SAP administrator or someone responsible for maintaining the system settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CJ20N: Project Management
  SCAL: Maintain Calendar
  C223: Change Work Center
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on project scheduling and calendar settings.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CN687 error and set a valid delivery date for your project or task.