How To Fix CRM_GRM_WR021 - 'Project Start Date' must be prior to 'Project End Date'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_GRM_WR - Messages for Grantor application web request example

• Message number: 021

• Message text: 'Project Start Date' must be prior to 'Project End Date'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_GRM_WR021 - 'Project Start Date' must be prior to 'Project End Date' ?

  The SAP error message CRM_GRM_WR021 indicates that there is a validation issue with the project dates in the system. Specifically, it means that the "Project Start Date" is set to a date that is not earlier than the "Project End Date." This is a common error when creating or updating project-related data in SAP CRM.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered the project start date as the same as or later than the project end date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data is being imported or migrated from another system, the dates may not have been validated properly.
  System Configuration: There may be custom validations or configurations in the system that enforce this rule.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Dates: Review the project start and end dates in the relevant transaction or screen. Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date.
  
  Navigate to the project details screen where the dates are entered.
  Correct the dates accordingly.
  
  
  
  Validation: If you are unsure about the correct dates, consult with your project management team or refer to project documentation to confirm the intended start and end dates.
  
  
  Data Migration: If this error arises during data migration, ensure that the data being imported has valid date ranges. You may need to clean or adjust the data before importing it into SAP.
  
  
  Custom Logic: If there are custom validations in place, check with your SAP technical team to understand the logic and make necessary adjustments if required.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to project management and date handling to understand the expected formats and constraints.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to correctly enter project dates to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CRM_GRM_WR021 error and successfully manage your project dates in SAP.