How To Fix EQ253 - The move-out date &1 for inst. &2 is before the future move-in &3

EQ253 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 253

• Message text: The move-out date &1 for inst. &2 is before the future move-in &3

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to enter a move-in and move-out for an installation
together. This move-in/out is not suitable for the vacant status
period. A future move-in for the installation already exists, with a
move-in date that falls before the move-out date you have specified.

System Response

The move-out date must fall before a future move-in that has
already been entered.

How to fix this error?

Correct the move-out date.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EQ253 - The move-out date &1 for inst. &2 is before the future move-in &3 ?

  The SAP error message EQ253 indicates that there is a conflict with the move-out and move-in dates for a piece of equipment or installation. Specifically, it means that the move-out date for the specified installation (indicated by &2) is set before the future move-in date (indicated by &3). This situation typically arises in the context of managing equipment or installations in SAP, particularly in modules related to Plant Maintenance (PM) or Customer Service (CS).
  
  Cause:
  
  Date Configuration: The move-out date for the installation is incorrectly set to a date that is earlier than the scheduled move-in date. This can happen due to data entry errors or incorrect scheduling.
  System Constraints: The system enforces rules to prevent overlapping or conflicting dates for equipment or installations to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the move-out date and the future move-in date for the installation. Ensure that the move-out date is set to a date that is