How To Fix /SCWM/DS_CORE266 - Combined Slots: Please enter full hours for start and finish time

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DS_CORE -

• Message number: 266

• Message text: Combined Slots: Please enter full hours for start and finish time

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DS_CORE266 - Combined Slots: Please enter full hours for start and finish time ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DS_CORE266 indicates that there is an issue with the time format being used for the start and finish times in the context of combined slots in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error typically arises when the times entered do not conform to the expected format, which requires full hours (i.e., times should be specified in whole hours without minutes).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Time Format: The start and finish times may have been entered with minutes (e.g., 10:30 instead of 10:00).
  Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently enter times that do not meet the requirement of being whole hours.
  System Configuration: There may be settings in the system that enforce this requirement, leading to the error if not adhered to.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that the start and finish times are entered in full hours. Here are the steps to follow:
  
  
  Check Time Entries: Review the start and finish times you have entered for the combined slots. Make sure they are in the format of whole hours (e.g., 08:00, 09:00, etc.).
  
  
  Correct the Format: If you find any entries that include minutes, change them to the nearest full hour. For example, change 10:30 to 10:00 or 11:00 as appropriate.
  
  
  Re-enter the Data: After correcting the time entries, re-submit the data to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the expected format or the context in which you are entering the times, refer to the SAP EWM documentation or user guides for further clarification.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue continues despite correct entries, consult with your SAP system administrator to check if there are any specific configurations or validations that might be causing this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP EWM Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for more details on combined slots and time entry requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Training: Ensure that users entering data are trained on the correct formats and requirements to prevent similar errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully enter the required data in SAP EWM.