How To Fix SPROJECT353 - Planned end date & is before project start date &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPROJECT - General Project Management Messages

• Message number: 353

• Message text: Planned end date & is before project start date &

What causes this issue?

You have specified a plan end before the project start date &V2&, but
it must be later.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Specify a plan end after &V2&.
Otherwise change the project start date in the project structure root
node activity data.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPROJECT353 - Planned end date & is before project start date & ?

  The SAP error message SPROJECT353 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the planned end date and the project start date in a project definition. Specifically, it means that the planned end date is set to a date that is earlier than the project start date, which is not logically valid.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The planned end date may have been entered incorrectly, either by mistake or due to a misunderstanding of the date fields.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been errors in the date formats or values.
  Project Planning Changes: Changes in project planning or scheduling that were not updated correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the planned end date is set to a date that is on or after the project start date. Here are the steps to correct the issue:
  
  Access Project Definition: Go to the project definition in SAP where the error is occurring.
  Check Dates: Review the project start date and planned end date fields.
  Update Dates:
  
  If the planned end date is indeed earlier than the start date, update it to a valid date that is on or after the project start date.
  If the project start date is incorrect, you may need to adjust it as well, depending on your project requirements.
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes to the project definition.
  Recheck: After saving, recheck to ensure that the error message no longer appears.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Project Management in SAP: Understanding how project management works in SAP can help prevent such errors. Familiarize yourself with the project structure, including phases, milestones, and timelines.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation or help resources for more detailed information on project management and error messages.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in project planning are adequately trained to avoid data entry errors.
  
  If the issue persists after making the corrections, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.