How To Fix /SCWM/S_UI_FND_AV009 - Start time of appointment &1 must not be empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/S_UI_FND_AV -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Start time of appointment &1 must not be empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/S_UI_FND_AV009 - Start time of appointment &1 must not be empty ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/S_UI_FND_AV009 Start time of appointment &1 must not be empty typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when trying to create or modify an appointment without specifying a start time. This error indicates that the system requires a valid start time for the appointment to proceed.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the appointment being created or modified does not have a start time specified. This could happen due to:
  
  User omission: The user may have forgotten to enter the start time.
  Data entry error: The start time field may have been left blank inadvertently.
  System configuration: There may be a configuration issue that does not enforce the requirement for a start time.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that the start time for the appointment is provided. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Check Appointment Details: When creating or editing an appointment, ensure that the start time field is filled in correctly.
  
  
  Input Valid Time: Make sure that the time entered is in the correct format and falls within acceptable limits (e.g., not in the past if the system does not allow it).
  
  
  Review User Input: If the appointment is being created through a custom program or interface, check the logic to ensure that the start time is being populated correctly.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the EWM system to ensure that the start time field is set as mandatory.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for any specific requirements related to appointment creation in your version of EWM.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, try to create or modify the appointment again to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to appointment management in EWM, such as /SCWM/APP for managing appointments.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to create or modify appointments in the system.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the start time is correctly specified, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your appointment management tasks in SAP EWM.