How To Fix /SCWM/S_UI_FND_AV019 - Start time and finish time of appointment &1 must not be identical

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/S_UI_FND_AV -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Start time and finish time of appointment &1 must not be identical

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/S_UI_FND_AV019 - Start time and finish time of appointment &1 must not be identical ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/S_UI_FND_AV019 indicates that there is an issue with the appointment times in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. Specifically, the error states that the start time and finish time of an appointment must not be identical. This is a validation check to ensure that there is a valid time duration for the appointment.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The start time and finish time of an appointment are set to the same value. This means that the appointment has no duration, which is not allowed in the system.
  This can happen due to user input errors, system defaults, or data migration issues where the times were not set correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Appointment Details:
  
  Navigate to the appointment details in the SAP EWM system.
  Verify the start time and finish time fields.
  
  
  
  Adjust Times:
  
  Ensure that the finish time is later than the start time. For example, if the start time is set to 10:00, the finish time should be set to a time after 10:00, such as 10:30 or 11:00.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes to the appointment.
  
  
  
  Validation:
  
  Recheck the appointment to ensure that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for more details on appointment management and time settings.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to correctly input appointment times to avoid this error in the future.
  System Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, consider reviewing the system configuration or any custom developments that may affect appointment time settings.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or check for any known issues or patches related to this error message.