How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES269 - Enter a delivery date that is after the pick-up date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 269

• Message text: Enter a delivery date that is after the pick-up date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES269 - Enter a delivery date that is after the pick-up date ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES269 indicates that there is a conflict between the delivery date and the pick-up date in the Transportation Management System (TMS). Specifically, it means that the delivery date you are trying to enter is earlier than or the same as the pick-up date, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is simply entering the wrong dates. The delivery date must always be after the pick-up date.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the TMS that enforce this rule.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the dates.
  User Error: Users may not be aware of the correct sequence of dates required for transportation planning.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the pick-up and delivery dates you have entered. Ensure that the delivery date is set to a date that is after the pick-up date.
  Adjust Dates: If the delivery date is incorrect, adjust it to a valid date that is after the pick-up date.
  Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry process to prevent this error from occurring in the future.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for the correct procedures regarding date entry in TMS.
  User Training: Provide training for users on how to correctly enter transportation dates to avoid this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this issue or provide additional context.
  TMS Configuration: Review the configuration settings in TMS to ensure they align with your business processes.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the dates, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the delivery date is always after the pick-up date, you can avoid encountering this error in the future.