How To Fix RECNSCS842 - You cannot enter a date here

RECNSCS842 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECNSCS - Real Estate - General Contract - Service Charges

• Message number: 842

• Message text: You cannot enter a date here

What causes this issue?

You are trying to add a new renewal date manually between two existing
dates. This is not allowed in the following cases
The renewal rule defined in the contract does not allow any changes to
be made.
The new date occurs before a date that has already been activated.

System Response

The system will not accept the date.

How to fix this error?

Deactivate the follow-on dates or define a changeable rule in the
contract.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECNSCS842 - You cannot enter a date here ?

  The SAP error message RECNSCS842 ("You cannot enter a date here") typically occurs when a user attempts to input a date in a field that does not accept date values. This can happen in various contexts within SAP, such as during data entry in transactions, reports, or configuration settings.
  Causes:
  
  Field Type Mismatch: The field where the date is being entered is not designed to accept date values. For example, it may be a numeric or text field.
  Incorrect Screen Configuration: The screen or transaction may be configured incorrectly, leading to fields being misidentified.
  User Input Error: The user may be mistakenly trying to enter a date in a field that is not intended for that purpose.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not handle date inputs correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Field Properties: Verify the properties of the field where the date is being entered. Ensure that it is indeed a date