How To Fix /PM0/ALB_MESSAGES223 - Main due date must be the first of the month

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ALB_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Main due date must be the first of the month

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ALB_MESSAGES223 - Main due date must be the first of the month ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ALB_MESSAGES223 indicates that the main due date for a particular process or transaction must be set to the first day of the month. This error typically arises in scenarios involving project management, maintenance planning, or similar modules where due dates are expected to align with specific scheduling rules.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Due Date: The main due date has been set to a date that is not the first of the month. For example, if the due date is set to the 15th or any other day that is not the first, this error will occur.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have been configured to require that due dates align with monthly cycles, which is common in maintenance planning or project scheduling.
  Data Entry Error: A user may have inadvertently entered a due date that does not meet the required criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  Change the Due Date: Navigate to the transaction or screen where the due date is set and change it to the first day of the month. For example, if the current due date is set to March 15, change it to March 1.
  Review Configuration: If this requirement seems inappropriate for your business process, review the configuration settings in the relevant module (e.g., PM, PS) to see if the due date rules can be adjusted.
  User Training: Ensure that users are aware of this requirement to prevent future occurrences of this error. Providing training or documentation can help mitigate data entry errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Check the official SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., PM - Plant Maintenance, PS - Project System) for more details on due date requirements.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be involved in setting or adjusting due dates, such as IW31 (Create PM Order), CJ20N (Project Builder), etc.
  Support Notes: Look for SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles that may address this specific error message for additional context or solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after making the necessary adjustments, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.