How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES582 - First value for departure date must be before second value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 582

• Message text: First value for departure date must be before second value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES582 - First value for departure date must be before second value ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES582 indicates that there is an issue with the date values entered in the Transportation Management System (TMS). Specifically, the error states that the first value for the departure date must be before the second value. This typically occurs when users are trying to set a time frame for transportation planning, and the start date (departure date) is not earlier than the end date.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Input: The most common cause is that the user has entered the departure date (start date) as being later than or equal to the arrival date (end date).
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the TMS that enforce certain date constraints.
  Data Entry Error: Users may have mistakenly swapped the dates or entered them incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the dates entered in the relevant fields. Ensure that the departure date is earlier than the arrival date.
  Correct the Input: If the dates are incorrect, modify the input so that the departure date is set to a date that is before the arrival date.
  Validation: Implement validation checks in the user interface to prevent users from entering invalid date ranges in the future.
  User Training: Provide training or documentation to users to help them understand the importance of correct date entry and the implications of date ranges in TMS.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to TMS, such as /SCMTMS/PLANNING for planning activities.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to transportation planning data.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them in production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the date entries in the TMS are valid.