How To Fix /PLMI/ECN_BO022 - Alternative date &2 already exists for change number &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/ECN_BO -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Alternative date &2 already exists for change number &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO022 - Alternative date &2 already exists for change number &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO022 Alternative date &2 already exists for change number &1 typically occurs in the context of Engineering Change Management (ECM) within SAP. This error indicates that you are trying to assign an alternative date to a change number that already has that date assigned.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The alternative date you are trying to assign to the change number already exists in the system for that specific change number.
  Data Integrity: The system is designed to prevent duplicate entries for alternative dates to maintain data integrity and avoid confusion in change management processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Dates: Review the existing alternative dates for the specified change number (&1). You can do this by navigating to the change number in the relevant transaction (e.g., CC01 for creating change numbers, CC02 for changing them).
  Modify or Remove: If the alternative date you are trying to enter is indeed already present, you may need to either:
  
  Modify the existing entry if it needs to be updated.
  Remove the existing entry if it is no longer needed and then add the new alternative date.
  
  
  Use Unique Dates: Ensure that any new alternative dates you are trying to add are unique and do not conflict with existing entries.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CC01, CC02, and CC03 for creating, changing, and displaying change numbers, respectively.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to Engineering Change Management for more detailed guidance on managing change numbers and alternative dates.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify change numbers and their associated dates in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and ensuring that you are following the correct procedures, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.