How To Fix /SCMTMS/TM_VALIDATE526 - &1, stage &2: Loading start time is after end time

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TM_VALIDATE -

• Message number: 526

• Message text: &1, stage &2: Loading start time is after end time

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TM_VALIDATE526 - &1, stage &2: Loading start time is after end time ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TM_VALIDATE526 indicates that there is a validation issue related to the loading times in the Transportation Management (TM) module. Specifically, the error states that the loading start time is after the loading end time, which is logically incorrect and prevents the process from proceeding.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises from one of the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Time Entries: The loading start time and end time have been entered incorrectly, where the start time is later than the end time.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the time entries.
  User Input Error: Manual entry errors during the planning or execution of transportation processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Time Entries:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transportation order or shipment document in SAP TM.
  Verify the loading start and end times. Ensure that the loading start time is earlier than the loading end time.
  
  
  
  Correct the Data:
  
  If you find that the times are incorrect, update the loading start and end times to reflect the correct values.
  Save the changes and re-attempt the process that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If this issue occurs frequently, review the configuration settings related to time entries in the TM module to ensure that there are no systemic issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling time-related validations in TM.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, conduct tests to ensure that the issue does not recur and that the transportation processes can proceed without further errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the loading times are correctly set, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your transportation management processes.