How To Fix RPM_DATA_CONSISTNECY006 - Planned start of role preceeds project &1 start &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RPM_DATA_CONSISTNECY - Consistency messages for date and content checks

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Planned start of role preceeds project &1 start &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RPM_DATA_CONSISTNECY006 - Planned start of role preceeds project &1 start &2 ?

  The SAP error message RPM_DATA_CONSISTENCY006 indicates a data consistency issue in the SAP Project Management module, specifically related to the scheduling of roles within a project. The message states that the planned start date of a role is set to occur before the project's start date, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A role is assigned to a project with a planned start date that is earlier than the project's defined start date.
  This inconsistency violates the logical sequence of project scheduling, as roles cannot begin before the project itself starts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Project Dates:
  
  Navigate to the project in question and verify the project's start date. Ensure that it is correctly set.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Go to the role assignments for the project and check the planned start dates for each role.
  Identify any roles that have a planned start date earlier than the project's start date.
  
  
  
  Adjust Role Start Dates:
  
  Modify the planned start dates of the roles to ensure they are on or after the project's start date.
  Save the changes and recheck for any errors.
  
  
  
  Validate Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, validate the project and role assignments to ensure that there are no further inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct dates or how to adjust them, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your project management team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project) to access and modify project details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to project and role assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RPM_DATA_CONSISTENCY006 error and maintain the integrity of your project scheduling in SAP.