How To Fix /SCMTMS/VSS_ABAP_ENG022 - Invalid dates/times: child activity leads to invalid time window

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/VSS_ABAP_ENG -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Invalid dates/times: child activity leads to invalid time window

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_ABAP_ENG022 - Invalid dates/times: child activity leads to invalid time window ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_ABAP_ENG022 Invalid dates/times: child activity leads to invalid time window typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the scheduling of activities or tasks related to transportation planning. This error indicates that the dates or times defined for a child activity (such as a shipment or a transportation order) do not align correctly with the parent activity, leading to an invalid time window.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Date/Time Configuration: The start and end dates/times for the child activity may not fall within the permissible time window defined by the parent activity.
  Dependency Issues: The child activity may depend on the completion of another activity, and if that activity's timing is not correctly set, it can lead to this error.
  Time Zone Mismatches: If there are discrepancies in time zones between different activities, it can lead to invalid time windows.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors in the scheduling of activities can lead to invalid date/time configurations.
  Business Rules Violations: The defined business rules for scheduling may not be met, causing the system to reject the time window.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Activity Dates/Times: Review the dates and times for both the parent and child activities to ensure they are correctly set and fall within the expected time window.
  Adjust Scheduling: If the child activity is dependent on another activity, ensure that the scheduling of the parent activity allows sufficient time for the child activity to occur.
  Review Dependencies: Ensure that all dependencies between activities are correctly defined and that the timing aligns with the business process.
  Correct Time Zones: Verify that all activities are using the correct time zones and that there are no mismatches.
  Consult Business Rules: Review the business rules configured in the system to ensure that the scheduling adheres to them.
  Data Validation: Perform data validation checks to identify any inconsistencies or errors in the scheduling data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLN (Transportation Planning) or /SCMTMS/ORD (Order Management) to access and modify the relevant activities.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Transportation Management documentation for guidelines on scheduling and activity management.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.