How To Fix EEWMHIK035 - The end date of the next inspection is in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWMHIK - IS-U: Inspections

• Message number: 035

• Message text: The end date of the next inspection is in the past

What causes this issue?

The end date you entered for the next inspection is in the past.

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 end date for the next inspection.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWMHIK035 - The end date of the next inspection is in the past ?

  The SAP error message EEWMHIK035, which states "The end date of the next inspection is in the past," typically occurs in the context of equipment or asset management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with inspections or maintenance plans.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the system has detected that the scheduled end date for the next inspection of a piece of equipment or a maintenance plan is set to a date that has already passed. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The end date for the next inspection was entered incorrectly, either manually or through a data import.
  Delayed Maintenance: The inspection or maintenance was not performed as scheduled, leading to the next inspection date being overdue.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the maintenance plans or inspection intervals are configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Inspection Dates:
  
  Navigate to the relevant equipment or maintenance plan in SAP.
  Review the scheduled inspection dates and ensure that the end date for the next inspection is set to a future date.
  
  
  
  Update the Inspection Date:
  
  If the end date is indeed in the past, update it to a valid future date. This can usually be done in the maintenance plan or equipment master data.
  
  
  
  Perform the Inspection:
  
  If the inspection was missed, consider performing the inspection as soon as possible and updating the system accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Maintenance Plans:
  
  Check the configuration of the maintenance plans to ensure that the intervals and dates are set correctly. Adjust them if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to manage inspection dates and maintenance plans.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as IP01 (Create Maintenance Plan), IP02 (Change Maintenance Plan), or IE02 (Change Equipment) to access and modify the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to maintenance plans and inspection schedules.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EEWMHIK035 error and ensure that your inspection dates are correctly set in the SAP system.