How To Fix /SCMTMS/SCH721 - Enter a departure date and time

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SCH -

• Message number: 721

• Message text: Enter a departure date and time

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH721 - Enter a departure date and time ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH721 Enter a departure date and time typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a user attempts to create or modify a transportation request, shipment, or similar object without specifying a departure date and time. This is a required field for the system to process the transportation planning correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The most common cause is that the user has not filled in the departure date and time fields in the relevant transaction or screen.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require these fields to be mandatory.
  User Error: The user may have overlooked the fields or not understood that they are required.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Departure Date and Time: The immediate solution is to navigate to the relevant screen where the error occurred and enter the required departure date and time. Ensure that the format is correct and that the date and time are valid.
  Check Field Settings: If you are consistently encountering this error, check the field settings in the configuration to ensure that the departure date and time are set as mandatory fields.
  User Training: Provide training or documentation to users to ensure they understand the importance of entering all required fields when creating or modifying transportation requests or shipments.
  Validation Rules: Review any validation rules or custom logic that may be affecting the input of these fields.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Transportation Management and the specific transaction you are working with.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that may relate to the creation or management of shipments, such as /SCMTMS/SHIPMENT or /SCMTMS/TRANSPORT_REQUEST.
  Support Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By ensuring that the departure date and time are correctly entered and understanding the system's requirements, you can resolve this error effectively.