How To Fix EWA073 - Key date for installation &1 is before key date of service frequency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EWA - IS-U-WA: Waste Management

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Key date for installation &1 is before key date of service frequency

What causes this issue?

System Response

How to fix this error?

To create services that are valid for the key date you have chosen,
either:
Change the key date of installation <ZH>&V1&</> to desired key date of
the service frequency.
Start the service frequency on the key date of installation <ZH>&V1&
</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EWA073 - Key date for installation &1 is before key date of service frequency ?

  The SAP error message EWA073 indicates that there is a mismatch between the key date for an installation and the key date of the service frequency. This typically occurs in the context of service management or maintenance planning within SAP, where the system expects the key date for an installation to be on or after the key date of the service frequency.
  Cause:
  
  
  Key Date Mismatch: The key date for the installation (e.g., the date when the installation was created or last updated) is set to a date that is earlier than the key date defined for the service frequency. This can happen if the installation was created or modified incorrectly or if the service frequency was updated after the installation date.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the service frequency settings or the installation data that lead to this inconsistency.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Installation Key Date: Review the key date for the installation in question. Ensure that it is set to a date that is on or after the key date of the service frequency.
  
  
  Update Key Dates: If the installation key date is incorrect, update it to a valid date. This can usually be done in the installation or equipment master data.
  
  
  Review Service Frequency Settings: Check the service frequency settings to ensure they are correctly configured. If necessary, adjust the service frequency key date to align with the installation key date.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to manage installations and service frequencies.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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 IE02 (Change Equipment) or IL02 (Change Functional Location) to access and modify installation data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to installation and service frequency data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EWA073 error and ensure that your installation and service frequency data are consistent.