How To Fix /SCMB/ODM_CX_DOC016 - Date without time spec. for ord. doc. type &1 (ord. hdr - time fr.)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ODM_CX_DOC -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Date without time spec. for ord. doc. type &1 (ord. hdr - time fr.)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ODM_CX_DOC016 - Date without time spec. for ord. doc. type &1 (ord. hdr - time fr.) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ODM_CX_DOC016 indicates that there is an issue with the date format being used for an order document type in the SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. Specifically, the error states that a date has been provided without a time specification, which is required for the order header's time frame.
  Cause:
  
  Date Format Issue: The system expects a date and time format, but only a date has been provided.
  Configuration Settings: The order document type may have specific requirements for date and time fields that are not being met.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered a date without specifying the corresponding time.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Date and Time Input: Ensure that when entering dates for order documents, you also provide the corresponding time. For example, instead of entering just 2023-10-01, enter 2023-10-01 08:00:00 (or the appropriate time).
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the settings for the order document type in the SCM module to ensure that the date and time requirements are correctly defined.
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in the data entry process to ensure that both date and time are provided when required.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific order document type to understand the expected formats and requirements.
  
  
  Error Handling: If this error occurs frequently, consider implementing error handling or user training to minimize the chances of incorrect data entry.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to order management in SCM, as they may provide insights into where the error is occurring.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups to see if others have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By addressing the date and time specification in your order document entries, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCMB/ODM_CX_DOC016.