How To Fix /SCTM/OCB_UI067 - Shipment &1: Transportation start date must be in the future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/OCB_UI -

• Message number: 067

• Message text: Shipment &1: Transportation start date must be in the future

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/OCB_UI067 - Shipment &1: Transportation start date must be in the future ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/OCB_UI067 indicates that the transportation start date for a shipment is set to a date that is not in the future. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to create or modify a shipment.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The transportation start date is set to the current date or a past date.
  The system requires that the transportation start date must always be a future date to ensure that the shipment can be processed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Transportation Start Date: Review the shipment details and ensure that the transportation start date is set to a date and time that is in the future.
  Modify the Date: If the date is incorrect, update it to a future date. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the shipment details in the SAP TM interface.
  Editing the transportation start date field to a valid future date and time.
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes and try to process the shipment again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Transportation Management documentation for guidelines on setting up shipments and understanding date constraints.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify shipment details, as restrictions may prevent you from making changes.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be worth checking with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that there are no system settings or configurations that are affecting date handling.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.