How To Fix IM490 - Malfunction start only allowed from date $

IM490 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 490

• Message text: Malfunction start only allowed from date $

What causes this issue?

You have entered a date which is earlier than the &V1&.

System Response

INCLUDE NA_FUENFZEHN OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM490 - Malfunction start only allowed from date $ ?

  The SAP error message IM490 ("Malfunction start only allowed from date") typically occurs in the context of maintenance management, particularly when dealing with equipment or functional locations in SAP PM (Plant Maintenance). This error indicates that there is an issue with the date specified for the malfunction or maintenance activity.
  
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The date entered for the malfunction start is either in the past or not within the allowed range defined in the system.
  System Configuration: The system may have specific configurations that restrict the start date for malfunctions based on certain criteria (e.g., maintenance plans, scheduling parameters).
  Status of the Equipment: The equipment or functional location may not be in a status that allows for the recording of malfunctions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IM490 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Date: Ensure that the date you are trying to enter for