How To Fix DPR_BUPA_LINK003 - Resource assignment: Finish is before start

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_BUPA_LINK - Roles: Messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Resource assignment: Finish is before start

What causes this issue?

The finish date is before the start date for the assignment of role &V1&
to resource &V2&: &V3&

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check and correct the start and finish dates of the resource assignment.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_BUPA_LINK003 - Resource assignment: Finish is before start ?

  The SAP error message DPR_BUPA_LINK003 indicates that there is an issue with the scheduling of a resource assignment in a project. Specifically, the error states that the "Finish is before Start," meaning that the end date of a resource assignment is set to a date that occurs before the start date. This is a logical inconsistency that needs to be resolved for the project scheduling to be valid.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Dates: The most common cause is that the user has entered incorrect start and finish dates for the resource assignment.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry mistakes can lead to this error, such as transposing dates or entering a finish date that is earlier than the start date.
  Dependencies: If there are dependencies or constraints set on the task that affect the scheduling, they may inadvertently cause the finish date to be calculated incorrectly.
  Changes in Project Plan: If the project plan has been modified (e.g., tasks moved or rescheduled), it may lead to inconsistencies in resource assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the start and finish dates of the resource assignment. Ensure that the finish date is later than the start date.
  Edit Resource Assignment: If the dates are incorrect, edit the resource assignment to correct the finish date.
  Review Dependencies: Check for any dependencies or constraints that may be affecting the scheduling of the task. Adjust them if necessary.
  Recalculate Dates: If the project plan has been modified, recalculate the dates for the resource assignments to ensure they align with the current project schedule.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to make these changes, refer to SAP documentation or consult with a project manager or SAP expert.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like DPR (Project Management) to access the relevant project and resource assignment details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to edit resource assignments in the project.
  Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider training for users on proper data entry and project scheduling practices within SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DPR_BUPA_LINK003 error and ensure that your resource assignments are correctly scheduled.