How To Fix /CPD/SS_MESSAGES201 - Project &1: Plan dates are not within dates of work package &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/SS_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Project &1: Plan dates are not within dates of work package &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES201 - Project &1: Plan dates are not within dates of work package &2. ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES201 indicates that there is a mismatch between the planned dates of a project and the dates defined for a related work package. This error typically arises in project management scenarios where the scheduling of tasks and work packages is critical for project execution.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The planned start or finish dates of the project (or a specific task within the project) fall outside the start and finish dates defined for the associated work package.
  There may be a configuration issue where the project dates are not aligned with the work package dates.
  The project might have been updated or modified, leading to a discrepancy in the date ranges.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Project Dates:
  
  Navigate to the project in question and review the planned start and finish dates.
  Ensure that these dates are within the range of the work package dates.
  
  
  
  Check Work Package Dates:
  
  Access the work package associated with the project and verify its start and finish dates.
  If necessary, adjust the work package dates to encompass the project dates.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If the project dates are incorrect, update them to align with the work package.
  Conversely, if the work package dates are too restrictive, consider extending them to include the project dates.
  
  
  
  Re-evaluate Dependencies:
  
  Check for any dependencies or constraints that might be affecting the scheduling of the project and work package.
  Ensure that all related tasks and work packages are properly aligned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or guidelines regarding project and work package date management to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error message no longer appears and that the project can proceed as planned.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project) to access and modify project and work package details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to project and work package data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your project and work package dates are properly aligned.