How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES069 - Arrival date must be before departure date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Arrival date must be before departure date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES069 - Arrival date must be before departure date ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES069 indicates that there is a problem with the scheduling of transportation activities in the SAP Transportation Management System (TM). Specifically, it states that the "Arrival date must be before departure date." This error typically arises when the system detects that the planned arrival date for a shipment is set to be the same as or after the planned departure date, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered the arrival date incorrectly, either manually or through a data import.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the transportation planning settings that affect how dates are calculated or displayed.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in date formats or values.
  Dependencies on Other Documents: The arrival and departure dates may be derived from other documents (like sales orders or delivery documents) that have incorrect date settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the shipment or transportation request to ensure that the arrival date is indeed set to a date that is before the departure date. Adjust the dates accordingly.
  Validate Related Documents: If the dates are derived from other documents, check those documents for accuracy. Ensure that the departure date is set correctly and that the arrival date logically follows it.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP TM configuration team to review the settings related to transportation planning and date handling.
  Data Consistency Check: If data migration is involved, perform a consistency check to ensure that all date fields are populated correctly and in the expected format.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to enter dates correctly in the system to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on date handling in SAP TM.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP TM documentation for best practices on managing transportation dates and scheduling.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.