How To Fix FVD_FACILITIES065 - Subfacility start date cannot be less than facility start date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_FACILITIES - Message class for facilities

• Message number: 065

• Message text: Subfacility start date cannot be less than facility start date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_FACILITIES065 - Subfacility start date cannot be less than facility start date ?

  The SAP error message FVD_FACILITIES065 indicates that there is an issue with the date configuration for a subfacility in relation to its parent facility. Specifically, the error states that the start date of the subfacility cannot be earlier than the start date of the facility it is associated with.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  Date Configuration Error: When creating or modifying a subfacility, the start date entered for the subfacility is earlier than the start date of the main facility.
  Data Entry Mistake: Users may inadvertently enter incorrect dates due to typographical errors or misunderstanding of the date fields.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the system is configured to handle date validations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dates: Verify the start date of the facility and the subfacility. Ensure that the subfacility's start date is equal to or later than the facility's start date.
  
  Navigate to the facility details and note the start date.
  Check the subfacility details and adjust the start date accordingly.
  
  
  
  Modify Subfacility Start Date: If the subfacility's start date is incorrect, update it to a valid date that meets the requirement (i.e., on or after the facility's start date).
  
  
  Review Data Entry: Ensure that all date entries are accurate and follow the expected format. If necessary, consult with your team or refer to documentation for the correct date formats.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates or the process, refer to SAP documentation or user manuals related to facility and subfacility management.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists and you suspect it may be due to system configuration, consult with your SAP administrator or technical support team to review the configuration settings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error is typically encountered in SAP modules related to facilities management, such as SAP Real Estate Management (RE) or SAP Financial Services (FS).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be used to manage facilities and subfacilities, such as RECN (for managing contracts) or RE80 (for managing real estate objects).
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to facility and subfacility data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage the facility and subfacility dates in SAP.