How To Fix /SCMTMS/TM_VALIDATE535 - &1, stage &2: Loading times violate pick-up window

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TM_VALIDATE -

• Message number: 535

• Message text: &1, stage &2: Loading times violate pick-up window

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TM_VALIDATE535 - &1, stage &2: Loading times violate pick-up window ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TM_VALIDATE535 indicates that there is a violation of the pick-up window during the loading times in the Transportation Management System (TM). This error typically arises when the planned loading times for a shipment do not fall within the defined pick-up window for the relevant transportation lane or shipment.
  Cause:
  
  Loading Times Configuration: The loading times for the shipment may be set incorrectly or may not align with the defined pick-up window.
  Pick-Up Window Settings: The pick-up window settings in the transportation lane may be too restrictive or not properly configured.
  Transportation Planning: The transportation planning process may have generated a schedule that does not respect the defined pick-up window.
  Time Zone Issues: There may be discrepancies in time zones that affect the interpretation of loading times and pick-up windows.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Loading Times: Check the loading times defined for the shipment and ensure they are within the allowed pick-up window.
  Adjust Pick-Up Window: If necessary, adjust the pick-up window settings in the transportation lane configuration to allow for the planned loading times.
  Replan Transportation: If the loading times are correct but still violate the pick-up window, consider replanning the transportation to align with the pick-up window.
  Check Time Zones: Ensure that all relevant time zones are correctly configured and that there are no discrepancies affecting the loading times.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or configuration guides related to transportation management and pick-up windows for further insights.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLANNER or /SCMTMS/TRANSPORT to access transportation planning and configuration settings.
  Customizing Settings: The pick-up window settings can typically be found in the customizing settings under Logistics Execution or Transportation Management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Testing: After making adjustments, perform tests to ensure that the changes resolve the error and that the loading times now comply with the pick-up window.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.