How To Fix /RPM/ITEM018 - For item &1 planned start &2 is later than planned finish &3


/RPM/ITEM018 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /RPM/ITEM -

  • Message number: 018

  • Message text: For item &1 planned start &2 is later than planned finish &3

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /RPM/ITEM018 - For item &1 planned start &2 is later than planned finish &3 ?
    The SAP error message /RPM/ITEM018 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the planning dates for a specific item in the Resource and Project Management (RPM) module. Specifically, the error states that the planned start date for an item is later than its planned finish date, which is logically inconsistent.
    
    Cause: The error occurs due to one of the following reasons: Incorrect Date Entry: The planned start date (&2) has been entered incorrectly and is set to a date that is after the planned finish date (&3). Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may have been errors in the date fields. Manual Adjustments: Changes made manually to the planned dates without proper validation can lead to this inconsistency. System Bugs: In rare cases, there may be bugs in the system that cause this error to appear.
    Solution: To resolve this error, you can take the following steps: Check the Dates: Navigate to the item

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