How To Fix EQ252 - Move-out date &1 for contract &2 is earlier than move-in date &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EQ - Cross-IS-U functions

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Move-out date &1 for contract &2 is earlier than move-in date &3

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to enter a move-out with a move-out date that is
earlier than move-in date of the contract.

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 move-out date, entering a date that is later than the
move-in date.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EQ252 - Move-out date &1 for contract &2 is earlier than move-in date &3 ?

  The SAP error message EQ252 indicates that there is a conflict with the move-out and move-in dates for a contract in the system. Specifically, it means that the move-out date for a contract is set to an earlier date than the move-in date, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has mistakenly entered the move-out date as being earlier than the move-in date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date entries.
  Contract Changes: Changes made to the contract or related data may have resulted in conflicting dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Dates: Check the move-out and move-in dates for the contract in question. Ensure that the move-out date is later than the move-in date.
  Correct the Dates: If the dates are incorrect, update the move-out date to a date that is later than the move-in date.
  Review Contract Details: If there are multiple contracts or related entries, ensure that all associated dates are consistent and correct.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates, refer to the relevant documentation or consult with a supervisor or colleague who is familiar with the contract.
  Check for System Errors: If the dates appear correct but the error persists, there may be a system issue. In this case, consult your SAP support team or technical team for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes to access the contract details, such as IE03 (Display Equipment) or IW33 (Display Order).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the contract details.
  Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider additional training on contract management within SAP to avoid future issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EQ252 error and ensure that the contract dates are correctly aligned.