IM446 - Reference date for completion will be determined by notification type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 446

• Message text: Reference date for completion will be determined by notification type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM446 - Reference date for completion will be determined by notification type ?

  The SAP error message IM446 ("Reference date for completion will be determined by notification type") typically occurs in the context of maintenance notifications or work orders in the SAP system. This message indicates that the system is unable to determine a reference date for the completion of a task or notification based on the type of notification being processed.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Notification Type Configuration: The notification type may not be properly configured in the system. Each notification type can have specific settings that determine how dates are calculated and displayed.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: Required fields or data may be missing or incorrectly filled out in the notification or work order.
  System Settings: The system settings for date determination may not be correctly set up, leading to ambiguity in how completion dates are derived.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IM446 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Notification Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the notification type in transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Plant Maintenance and Customer Service > Maintenance Notifications > Notification Types.
  Ensure that the settings for the notification type in question are correctly defined, particularly regarding date determination.
  
  
  
  Review Notification Data:
  
  Open the notification or work order that triggered the error.
  Check for any missing or incorrect data, especially in fields related to dates, such as the start date, end date, or planned completion date.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific notification type and its configuration to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Notification Types:
  
  If possible, try creating a notification with a different type to see if the error persists. This can help isolate whether the issue is specific to a particular notification type.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW21 (Create Notification), IW22 (Change Notification), and IW23 (Display Notification) to manage notifications effectively.
  User Exits and BAdIs: Sometimes, custom logic implemented through user exits or BAdIs can affect how dates are determined. Check if any custom code is impacting the notification processing.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the IM446 error in your SAP system.