How To Fix /SCMTMS/VSS_CHK001 - Activity &1 of document &2 (ACT-KEY &3) start time is after end time

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/VSS_CHK -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Activity &1 of document &2 (ACT-KEY &3) start time is after end time

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_CHK001 - Activity &1 of document &2 (ACT-KEY &3) start time is after end time ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_CHK001 indicates that there is a conflict in the scheduling of activities within a transportation document. Specifically, it states that the start time of a particular activity is set to occur after its end time, which is logically inconsistent and therefore not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Time Entries: The start and end times for the activity may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the start time being later than the end time.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been errors in the time data that were not caught during the migration process.
  Manual Entry Errors: Users may have manually entered the times incorrectly during the creation or modification of the transportation document.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the business processes, leading to incorrect time calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Activity Times: Review the start and end times for the activity in question. Ensure that the start time is earlier than the end time.
  Correct Time Entries: If you find that the times are incorrect, update them to reflect the correct scheduling.
  Review Document Flow: Check the flow of the transportation document to ensure that all related activities have consistent and logical time entries.
  Consult with Stakeholders: If the times are set based on business processes, consult with relevant stakeholders to confirm the correct scheduling.
  Test Changes: After making corrections, test the changes to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the document can be processed as expected.
  System Configuration Review: If the issue persists, consider reviewing the system configuration or consulting with an SAP Basis or functional consultant to ensure that the system is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TS (Transportation Management) to access and modify transportation documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Transportation Management for more details on activity scheduling and time management.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to correctly enter and manage time data within the system to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your transportation documents are processed correctly.