Valid dates for a given trial status depend on the other values you have entered, and whether those dates are Actual or Anticipated. The following table illustrates these rules:
| Status | Start Date Type | Primary Completion Date Type | Completion Date Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Can be Actual or Anticipated. | Can be Actual or Anticipated. | Must be Anticipated. |
| Must be Actual. | Can be Actual or Anticipated. | Can be Actual or Anticipated. |
| Must be Actual. | Must be Actual. | Can be Actual or Anticipated. |
The general rules for Study Date types are as follows:
- If the date is in the past, the type must be Actual.
- If the date is today, the type could be Actual or Anticipated.
- If the date is in the future, the type must always be Anticipated.
The general rules for Study Date values are as follows:
- The Trial Start Date can be in the past, present, or future.
The Primary Completion Date is always the same as, or later than, the Trial Start Date.
If the Primary Completion Date is Actual, it can be earlier than the Current Trial Status Dates Complete or Administratively Complete.
The Completion Date is always the same as, or later than, the Primary Completion Date.
