How To Fix /SCMTMS/VSS_ABAP_ENG020 - Invalid dates/times: invalid time window

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/VSS_ABAP_ENG -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Invalid dates/times: invalid time window

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_ABAP_ENG020 - Invalid dates/times: invalid time window ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_ABAP_ENG020 Invalid dates/times: invalid time window typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the date and time settings for a transportation request, shipment, or similar object. This error indicates that the specified time window for a transportation activity is not valid, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Date/Time Input: The dates or times entered for the transportation request or shipment may be outside of acceptable ranges or formats.
  Time Zone Issues: There may be discrepancies between the time zones set in the system and the time zones of the dates/times being entered.
  Business Rules Violations: The defined business rules for transportation planning may restrict the time windows based on certain criteria (e.g., lead times, delivery times).
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP TM system that restrict the allowed time windows for certain operations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Date/Time Entries: Review the dates and times entered in the transaction. Ensure they are in the correct format and within the expected range.
  Verify Time Zones: Ensure that the time zones are correctly set in the user profile and that the dates/times being used are consistent with the expected time zone.
  Review Business Rules: Check the business rules defined in the SAP TM system to ensure that the time windows you are trying to use comply with these rules.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If you have access, review the configuration settings related to transportation planning to ensure that they allow for the time windows you are trying to use.
  Use Valid Time Windows: If the system provides suggestions or valid time windows, use those to avoid the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP TM documentation for information on date and time handling, as well as any specific configurations that may affect time windows.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team 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.