How To Fix EEWMHIK028 - The start date of the last inspection is in the future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWMHIK - IS-U: Inspections

• Message number: 028

• Message text: The start date of the last inspection is in the future

What causes this issue?

You have entered a start date for the last inspection, which is in the
future.

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?

Correct the start date of the last inspection.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWMHIK028 - The start date of the last inspection is in the future ?

  The SAP error message EEWMHIK028, which states "The start date of the last inspection is in the future," typically occurs in the context of inspection lot processing in SAP Quality Management (QM) or related modules. This error indicates that the system has detected that the date for the last inspection is set to a future date, which is not valid for the processing of inspection lots.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the date for the last inspection was entered incorrectly, either manually or through a data import.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the inspection lot or the related master data that allows for future dates.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it’s possible that future dates were inadvertently included.
  User Error: Users may have inadvertently set the inspection date to a future date during the creation or modification of the inspection lot.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Inspection Lot Data: Review the inspection lot data to ensure that the last inspection date is set correctly. If it is in the future, update it to the correct date.
  Adjust Master Data: If the issue is related to master data (like material master or vendor master), ensure that all relevant dates are correctly set.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that there are no settings that allow for future dates.
  Data Correction: If the error is due to data migration, correct the data in the system to remove any future dates.
  User Training: Provide training to users on how to correctly enter dates in the system to avoid future occurrences of this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like QA32 (for displaying inspection lots) or QA01 (for creating inspection lots) to review and correct the data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on Quality Management for best practices in managing inspection lots and dates.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Quality Management module.