How To Fix MM_PUR_PROCMTPROJ001 - The production start date must be before the production end date.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_PROCMTPROJ - Message class of MM PUR Procurement Project

• Message number: 001

• Message text: The production start date must be before the production end date.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_PROCMTPROJ001 - The production start date must be before the production end date. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_PROCMTPROJ001 indicates that there is an issue with the production scheduling dates in a project or production order. Specifically, the error states that the production start date must be before the production end date. This is a common validation check in SAP to ensure that the production timeline is logical and feasible.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises from one of the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The user may have inadvertently entered the production start date as being later than the production end date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been manual entries, incorrect dates may have been introduced.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the production planning module that could lead to incorrect date handling.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dates: 
  
  Go to the relevant production order or project in SAP.
  Verify the production start date and production end date.
  Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date.
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If the dates are incorrect, update them to reflect the correct timeline. Make sure to save the changes.
  
  
  
  Review Related Data:
  
  Check if there are any dependencies or related data that might affect the production dates, such as lead times, resource availability, or other scheduling constraints.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct dates, consult project documentation or speak with the project manager or production planner.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists and seems to be systemic, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the system settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CO02 (Change Production Order) or CO01 (Create Production Order) to access and modify production orders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to production orders or project data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your production planning activities in SAP.