How To Fix /SAPAPO/SDP_TLBGUI014 - Shipping date is later than delivery date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SDP_TLBGUI -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Shipping date is later than delivery date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP_TLBGUI014 - Shipping date is later than delivery date ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP_TLBGUI014 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the shipping date and the delivery date in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) system, specifically in the context of the Supply Network Planning (SNP) or the Transportation Load Builder (TLB). This error typically arises when the planned shipping date is set to a date that is later than the planned delivery date, which is not permissible in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Planning Parameters: The shipping date may have been incorrectly calculated due to wrong planning parameters or settings in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to incorrect dates being assigned to shipments and deliveries.
  Lead Time Issues: The lead times defined in the system may not be sufficient to allow for the shipping date to be earlier than the delivery date.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that affect how dates are calculated and validated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review and Adjust Dates: Check the shipping and delivery dates in the relevant planning documents. Adjust the shipping date to ensure it is earlier than the delivery date.
  Check Planning Parameters: Review the planning parameters and settings in the APO system to ensure they are correctly configured. This includes checking lead times, transportation times, and any other relevant settings.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks to prevent incorrect dates from being entered in the future. This can include user training and system checks.
  Re-run Planning: If the dates were generated by a planning run, consider re-running the planning process after correcting any underlying issues.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the configuration and planning settings that may affect shipping and delivery dates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP_TLB to access the Transportation Load Builder or /SAPAPO/SDP for other planning-related transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented in your system, review any user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that may affect date calculations.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues arise.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to prevent it from occurring in the future.