How To Fix /SAPCE/IU_BBHU114 - End date is greater than device validity date (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/IU_BBHU -

• Message number: 114

• Message text: End date is greater than device validity date (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/IU_BBHU114 - End date is greater than device validity date (&1) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/IU_BBHU114 End date is greater than device validity date (&1) typically occurs in the context of device management or maintenance in SAP, particularly when dealing with the validity of devices in the system. This error indicates that the end date you are trying to set for a device or a related transaction exceeds the device's validity date, which is defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Range: The end date you are trying to enter is beyond the validity period of the device. Each device in SAP has a defined validity period, and any operations or transactions must fall within this range.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the device's validity dates are configured in the system.
  Data Entry Error: The end date may have been entered incorrectly, either manually or through a program.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Device Validity Dates: Verify the validity dates of the device in question. You can do this by navigating to the device master data and checking the validity period.
  Adjust End Date: If the end date you are trying to set is indeed beyond the device's validity date, you will need to adjust it to ensure it falls within the valid range.
  Update Device Validity: If necessary, you may need to update the device's validity dates to extend the period if it is appropriate to do so.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for managing device validity in your specific SAP environment.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes to view or edit device master data, such as IE02 (Change Equipment) or IE03 (Display Equipment).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to device management and validity issues that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to device validity dates or related transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.