How To Fix EHFND_REG_LIST_MSG021 - Revision release date must be after &1 (from released revision)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHFND_REG_LIST_MSG - Messages for Regulatory Lists

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Revision release date must be after &1 (from released revision)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHFND_REG_LIST_MSG021 - Revision release date must be after &1 (from released revision) ?

  The SAP error message EHFND_REG_LIST_MSG021 indicates that there is an issue with the revision release date of a document or item in the system. Specifically, the error states that the revision release date must be after a specified date (denoted as &1), which is the date of the previously released revision. This typically occurs in scenarios involving document management, engineering change management, or similar processes where revisions and their effective dates are tracked.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to release a new revision of a document or item with a release date that is earlier than or the same as the release date of the previous revision. This violates the logical sequence of revisions, as a new revision should always have a release date that is later than the previous one.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Current Revision: Identify the current or previously released revision of the document or item. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the document management system in SAP.
  
  
  Review Release Dates: Look at the release date of the current revision. This date will be the reference point (&1) for the new revision you are trying to release.
  
  
  Update the New Revision Date: Ensure that the release date for the new revision you are trying to create is set to a date that is after the release date of the current revision. You may need to adjust the date in the relevant fields.
  
  
  Re-attempt the Release: After making the necessary adjustments to the release date, try to release the new revision again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the process or need further clarification, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to document management or revision control.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP system configuration, you may be using specific transaction codes for document management (e.g., CV01N for creating documents, CV02N for changing documents).
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to document revisions.
  Change Management Processes: Familiarize yourself with your organization's change management processes, as they may have specific guidelines for handling revisions and release dates.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional context or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully release the new revision.