How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES204 - Filter criteria "Delivery Date (From/To)" should not be used twice

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Filter criteria "Delivery Date (From/To)" should not be used twice

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES204 - Filter criteria "Delivery Date (From/To)" should not be used twice ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES204 indicates that there is an issue with the filter criteria being used in a transaction or report within the SAP Transportation Management System (TM). Specifically, it states that the filter criteria "Delivery Date (From/To)" should not be used twice. This typically occurs when a user attempts to apply the same filter criteria multiple times in a query or selection screen.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Filter Criteria: The most common cause of this error is that the user has inadvertently added the "Delivery Date (From/To)" filter criteria more than once in the selection screen or query.
  User Input Error: The user may have misunderstood the filtering options and selected the same date range multiple times.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the configuration of the SAP TM system may allow for duplicate entries, leading to this error when the system processes the request.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Filter Criteria: Go back to the selection screen or query where the error occurred and check the filter criteria. Ensure that "Delivery Date (From/To)" is only specified once.
  Remove Duplicates: If you find that the "Delivery Date (From/To)" filter is listed more than once, remove the duplicate entry.
  Test the Query: After making the necessary adjustments, re-run the query or transaction to see if the error persists.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to set the filters correctly, refer to the SAP documentation or user guides for guidance on using the filter criteria effectively.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on how to handle filter criteria in SAP TM.
  User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing training or documentation on how to properly use filter criteria in SAP TM to avoid confusion.
  System Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date, as updates may include fixes for known issues related to filtering and querying.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute your query or transaction in SAP TM.