How To Fix /SCMTMS/VSS_CHK017 - Wrong End Time for &1 (KEY &2). Expected End Time &3 is currently &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/VSS_CHK -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Wrong End Time for &1 (KEY &2). Expected End Time &3 is currently &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_CHK017 - Wrong End Time for &1 (KEY &2). Expected End Time &3 is currently &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_CHK017 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the end time of a transportation planning item. Specifically, it suggests that the end time for a certain transportation item (identified by the key) is incorrect when compared to the expected end time.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Time Configuration: The end time for the transportation item has been set incorrectly, either manually or through a system process.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the transportation item, such as changes in the schedule that were not properly updated in the system.
  Business Logic Violations: The end time may violate business rules or constraints defined in the system, such as time windows for loading/unloading.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Transportation Item: Review the details of the transportation item associated with the error. Look for the end time and compare it with the expected end time.
  
  
  Update the End Time: If the end time is indeed incorrect, update it to match the expected end time. This can usually be done in the transportation management module where the item is defined.
  
  
  Review Scheduling Rules: Ensure that the scheduling rules and configurations in the system are set correctly. This includes checking any time windows or constraints that may affect the end time.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify any other potential data issues that may be causing this error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to transportation management for any specific guidelines or known issues that may pertain to this error.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLANNING or /SCMTMS/TRANSPORT to access the relevant transportation planning items.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the error message /SCMTMS/VSS_CHK017.