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How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_APP504 - Duration from prev. stop to stop &1 at loc. &2 of sched. &3 must be >=0


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_APP -

  • Message number: 504

  • Message text: Duration from prev. stop to stop &1 at loc. &2 of sched. &3 must be >=0

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_APP504 - Duration from prev. stop to stop &1 at loc. &2 of sched. &3 must be >=0 ?
    The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_APP504 indicates that there is an issue with the scheduling of transportation in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module. Specifically, the error states that the duration from the previous stop to the current stop at a specified location must be greater than or equal to zero. This means that the scheduled time for the next stop is earlier than the time of the previous stop, which is not logically possible. Cause: Incorrect Scheduling: The most common cause of this error is that the planned arrival time at the current stop is earlier than the planned departure time from the previous stop. Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect data entries in the transportation scheduling, such as wrong times or dates. Route Configuration Issues: The route or the sequence of stops may not be configured correctly, leading to overlapping times. Time Zone Differences: If the locations involved are in different time zones, this could lead to confusion in scheduling. Solution: Check Schedule Times: Review the planned times for each stop in the schedule. Ensure that the arrival time at the current stop is later than or equal to the departure time from the previous stop. Adjust Route Configuration: If the route is incorrectly configured, adjust the sequence of stops or the timing to ensure logical flow. Data Validation: Validate the data entries for the stops involved. Ensure that all times and

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