How To Fix REBDAO017 - Planning inquiry must be before date of completion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REBDAO -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Planning inquiry must be before date of completion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REBDAO017 - Planning inquiry must be before date of completion ?

  The SAP error message REBDAO017, which states "Planning inquiry must be before date of completion," typically occurs in the context of project management or production planning within SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to perform a planning inquiry (such as checking availability or scheduling) for a date that is after the completion date of a project or task.
  Cause:
  
  Date Misalignment: The planning inquiry is being executed for a date that is later than the defined completion date of the project or task.
  Incorrect Configuration: The project or task may have been incorrectly configured with an unrealistic completion date.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the dates in the system, leading to this conflict.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the completion date of the project or task in question. Ensure that the date you are trying to plan for is before this completion date.
  Adjust Planning Inquiry Date: If the inquiry date is indeed after the completion date, adjust the date of the planning inquiry to a valid date that is before the completion date.
  Update Project/Task Dates: If the completion date is incorrect, update it to reflect the actual completion date of the project or task.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for project management to ensure that all dates are set correctly.
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or constraints that might be affecting the completion date or the planning inquiry.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to project management and planning, such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify project dates and planning inquiries.
  Training and Support: If you continue to encounter issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or attending training sessions to better understand project planning within SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the REBDAO017 error and proceed with your planning inquiries effectively.