How To Fix /SCTM/OCB_UI070 - Transportation start date must be earlier than transportation finish date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/OCB_UI -

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Transportation start date must be earlier than transportation finish date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/OCB_UI070 - Transportation start date must be earlier than transportation finish date ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/OCB_UI070 indicates that there is an issue with the transportation planning dates in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module. Specifically, the error states that the transportation start date must be earlier than the transportation finish date. This is a common validation error that occurs when the dates entered for a transportation order or shipment are not in the correct chronological order.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered the transportation start date (e.g., the date when the transportation is scheduled to begin) as being later than the transportation finish date (e.g., the date when the transportation is scheduled to end).
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce this rule, and any deviation from it will trigger the error.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date formats or values that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the transportation start and finish dates in the relevant transaction or document. Ensure that the start date is indeed earlier than the finish date.
  Correct the Dates: If the dates are incorrect, update them accordingly. Make sure to save the changes after correcting the dates.
  Validation: After making changes, validate the transportation order or shipment again to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates to enter, consult the relevant documentation or guidelines for your transportation planning process.
  System Configuration Review: If the issue persists and you believe the dates are correct, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review any configuration settings that may be affecting date validation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on date handling in SAP TM.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in transportation planning are trained on the importance of date entry and the implications of incorrect date sequences.
  Testing: If changes are made to the system configuration or processes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error does not recur and that the transportation planning process functions as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your transportation planning dates are correctly set.