How To Fix /SCMTMS/TAL059 - Start time is after end time

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TAL -

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Start time is after end time

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TAL059 - Start time is after end time ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TAL059 Start time is after end time typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is a discrepancy in the scheduling of transportation activities. This error indicates that the start time for a transportation activity (such as a shipment or a transportation request) is set to a time that is later than the end time, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Time Entries: The most common cause is that the user has entered the start time and end time incorrectly, leading to the start time being later than the end time.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the time entries.
  Time Zone Differences: If the system is configured to handle multiple time zones, discrepancies may arise due to incorrect time zone settings.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the transportation management system that affect how times are calculated or displayed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Time Entries: Review the start and end times for the transportation activity in question. Ensure that the start time is indeed earlier than the end time.
  Correct Data: If you find that the times are incorrect, update them to reflect the correct scheduling.
  Review Time Zone Settings: Ensure that the time zone settings in the system are correctly configured and that the times entered are in the correct time zone.
  Validate Data Migration: If the issue arose after a data migration, validate the data to ensure that all time entries are accurate and consistent.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for any specific guidelines related to time entries in transportation management.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that may help in managing transportation activities (e.g., /SCMTMS/PR for transportation requests).
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in entering transportation data are adequately trained on the importance of accurate time entry and the implications of incorrect data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your transportation activities are scheduled correctly.