How To Fix /SAPAPO/CAL209 - Enter a departure time that is smaller than 24:00:00 hrs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CAL -

• Message number: 209

• Message text: Enter a departure time that is smaller than 24:00:00 hrs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CAL209 - Enter a departure time that is smaller than 24:00:00 hrs ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CAL209 indicates that there is an issue with the departure time entered in the system. Specifically, the error states that the departure time must be less than 24:00:00 hours. This typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) within SAP, where time entries are critical for scheduling and planning processes.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a user attempts to enter a departure time that is either equal to or exceeds 24:00:00 hours. In a 24-hour time format, valid times range from 00:00:00 to 23:59:59. Entering 24:00:00 or any time beyond that is not acceptable as it does not conform to the standard time format.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Time Entry: Review the departure time you have entered. Ensure that it is in the correct format and is less than 24:00:00. For example, if you intended to enter midnight, use 00:00:00 instead of 24:00:00.
  
  
  Adjust the Time: If you need to represent a time that is at the end of the day, use 23:59:59 or 23:59 as the latest valid time.
  
  
  Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry process to prevent users from entering invalid times. This can be done through user training or by implementing input validation in the system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Time Format: Familiarize yourself with the 24-hour time format used in SAP systems to avoid similar errors in the future.
  User Training: Providing training for users on how to correctly enter time values can help reduce the occurrence of this error.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation or help resources for more information on time handling and error messages in the APO module.
  
  By ensuring that all time entries are within the valid range, you can avoid encountering this error in the future.