How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV039 - Upper time limit less than lower time limit is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Upper time limit less than lower time limit is not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV039 - Upper time limit less than lower time limit is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV039 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to time limits in the system. Specifically, it means that the upper time limit is set to a value that is less than the lower time limit, which is not permitted in the system.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in the context of shipping or receiving processes in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. The most common causes include:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The time limits for a specific process (like shipping or receiving) have been incorrectly configured in the system.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of a shipping or receiving document, the user may have entered the upper and lower time limits incorrectly.
  Master Data Issues: The master data related to the shipping or receiving process may have inconsistencies that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP EWM.
  Verify the settings for time limits related to shipping or receiving processes.
  Ensure that the upper time limit is greater than or equal to the lower time limit.
  
  
  
  Review Document Entries:
  
  If the error occurred during the creation of a shipping or receiving document, review the entries made.
  Correct any discrepancies in the upper and lower time limits.
  
  
  
  Master Data Review:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant products, shipping points, or other related entities.
  Ensure that the time limits are correctly defined and consistent across all relevant master data.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on configuring time limits in EWM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI for inbound delivery or /SCWM/PRDO for outbound delivery to check and modify relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SCWM/SHP_RCV039 error in your SAP system.