How To Fix /SCWM/DS_CORE220 - Finish time same as start time; enter a finish time later than start time

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DS_CORE -

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Finish time same as start time; enter a finish time later than start time

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DS_CORE220 - Finish time same as start time; enter a finish time later than start time ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DS_CORE220 indicates that there is an issue with the finish time being the same as the start time in a process related to the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or update a document (like a delivery or a task) where the finish time is expected to be later than the start time.
  Cause:
  
  Input Error: The most common cause is that the user has inadvertently entered the same time for both the start and finish times.
  System Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system that does not allow for the same start and finish times.
  Data Integrity: There could be a data integrity issue where the system is not able to process the time correctly due to incorrect data entries or system settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the start and finish times you have entered. Ensure that the finish time is set to a later time than the start time.
  Adjust Times: If you find that the times are the same, adjust the finish time to be later than the start time.
  Validation: Implement validation checks in your input forms to prevent users from entering the same time for both fields.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for any specific guidelines related to time entries in the EWM module.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or EWM configuration team to check if there are any settings that need to be adjusted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering times in the system to avoid this error in the future.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the process to see where the error is being triggered and gather more information about the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.