How To Fix PSS4_MSG120 - &1 - Planned Start Date is not editable for this project profile

PSS4_MSG120 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSS4_MSG - Message class for simplified Projects

• Message number: 120

• Message text: &1 - Planned Start Date is not editable for this project profile

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSS4_MSG120 - &1 - Planned Start Date is not editable for this project profile ?

  The SAP error message PSS4_MSG120 indicates that the Planned Start Date for a project is not editable due to the settings associated with the project profile. This typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when using the Project System (PS) module.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises because the project profile associated with the project has specific settings that restrict changes to the Planned Start Date. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  
  Project Profile Settings: The project profile may have been configured to lock certain fields, including the Planned Start Date, to prevent changes after a certain point in the project lifecycle.
  Status of the Project: If the project is in a certain status (e.g., released or completed), the system may restrict changes to key dates.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships with other project elements that prevent editing of the Planned Start Date.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the