How To Fix EEWM_APPOINTMENT029 - Time slot profile &1 has not been allocated a start time

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWM_APPOINTMENT - Message Class for Appointment Offerings

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Time slot profile &1 has not been allocated a start time

What causes this issue?

No start times could be read for time slot profile &V1&.

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?

Check the start times for time slot profile &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWM_APPOINTMENT029 - Time slot profile &1 has not been allocated a start time ?

  The SAP error message EEWM_APPOINTMENT029 indicates that a time slot profile has not been allocated a start time. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when dealing with appointment scheduling.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Missing Start Time Configuration: The time slot profile specified in the error message has not been configured with a start time. This means that the system does not know when the time slots for appointments should begin.
  Incorrect Time Slot Profile Assignment: The time slot profile assigned to a particular process (like inbound or outbound deliveries) may not be correctly set up or may not match the requirements of the process.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration or data entries related to the time slot profiles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Time Slot Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for time slot profiles in SAP EWM.
  Ensure that the time slot profile specified in the error message has a valid start time assigned.
  If it is missing, you will need to define a start time for that profile.
  
  
  
  Assign the Correct Time Slot Profile:
  
  Verify that the correct time slot profile is assigned to the relevant processes (e.g., inbound/outbound deliveries).
  If necessary, change the assignment to a profile that has been properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Related Settings:
  
  Check other related settings in the EWM configuration that might affect appointment scheduling, such as warehouse process types, appointment types, and their respective profiles.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by trying to create an appointment again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on configuring time slot profiles and appointment scheduling.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/TS_PROFILE to manage time slot profiles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EEWM_APPOINTMENT029 error and ensure that your time slot profiles are correctly configured for appointment scheduling in SAP EWM.