How To Fix /SCWM/QUI_WRKST064 - Start time cannot be in the future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/QUI_WRKST -

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Start time cannot be in the future

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/QUI_WRKST064 - Start time cannot be in the future ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/QUI_WRKST064 Start time cannot be in the future typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when a user attempts to create or modify a work item or task with a start time that is set to a future date and time. This error is designed to prevent scheduling conflicts and ensure that tasks are processed in a timely manner.
  Cause:
  
  Future Date/Time Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the user has entered a start time for a task or work item that is later than the current system time.
  System Time Settings: If the system time on the server is incorrectly set to a future date/time, it may lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be specific configurations in the EWM system that restrict the scheduling of tasks to the current time or earlier.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check and Correct the Start Time:
  
  Review the start time you have entered for the work item or task.
  Ensure that the start time is set to the current time or a time in the past.
  
  
  
  Verify System Time:
  
  Check the system time on the SAP server to ensure it is accurate and synchronized with the actual current time.
  If the system time is incorrect, coordinate with your system administrator to correct it.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the EWM system to see if there are any restrictions on scheduling tasks.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or EWM configuration team to ensure that the settings align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on how to correctly enter start times and understand the implications of scheduling tasks in the EWM system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review the SAP EWM documentation for guidelines on task scheduling and time management.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that tasks are scheduled correctly within the SAP EWM system.