How To Fix EH2020 - Proposed date must be earlier than &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EH2 - Additional Messages for Disconenction/Reconnection

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Proposed date must be earlier than &1

What causes this issue?

The settings in Customizing activity <DS:SIMG._ISUCSBTDR_000004>Define
Processing Variants for Disconnection Documents</> (<ZK>Maximum
Notification Offset</> and <ZK>Maximum Agreed Offset </>fields) are
defined such that the proposed date must be set to &v1& or earlier.

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?

Change the proposed date to &v1& or earlier.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EH2020 - Proposed date must be earlier than &1 ?

  The SAP error message EH2020, which states "Proposed date must be earlier than &1," typically occurs in the context of scheduling or planning within SAP systems, particularly in modules related to project management, maintenance, or production planning. The error indicates that a proposed date you are trying to enter is not valid because it is set to a date that is equal to or later than a specified reference date (denoted by &1).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The proposed date you are trying to enter is either the same as or later than the reference date.
  Business Logic Constraints: The system has built-in rules that require certain dates to follow a specific sequence (e.g., a start date must be before an end date).
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the system that enforce date constraints based on business processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Proposed Date: Review the date you are trying to enter and ensure it is earlier than the reference date indicated in the error message.
  Adjust Dates: If the proposed date is incorrect, modify it to a valid date that is earlier than the reference date.
  Review Business Logic: If you believe the date should be valid, check with your business process owner or SAP configuration team to understand the logic behind the date constraints.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working in for additional context on date handling.
  Testing: If you are in a development or testing environment, try to replicate the issue with different dates to understand the constraints better.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the module, you may be using specific transaction codes (e.g., IW31 for work orders, CJ20N for project management) where this error can occur.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the dates in question.
  Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EH2020 error and proceed with your tasks in the SAP system.