How To Fix /SCWM/WAVE175 - Picking start time is in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WAVE -

• Message number: 175

• Message text: Picking start time is in the past

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE175 - Picking start time is in the past ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE175 Picking start time is in the past typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and wave picking processes in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). This error indicates that the picking start time defined for a wave is set to a time that has already passed, which can prevent the execution of the picking process.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Time Settings: The picking start time for the wave was set incorrectly, possibly due to manual entry or system configuration.
  System Time Issues: The system clock on the server may be set incorrectly, leading to discrepancies in time.
  Wave Creation Timing: The wave was created with a picking start time that is earlier than the current time, possibly due to delays in processing or scheduling.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check and Update Picking Start Time:
  
  Navigate to the wave management screen in SAP EWM.
  Locate the specific wave that is causing the error.
  Update the picking start time to a future time that is valid for the current date and time.
  
  
  
  Verify System Time:
  
  Ensure that the server's system time is correctly set. If the server time is incorrect, it may need to be synchronized with a time server.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Wave:
  
  If the wave cannot be adjusted, consider deleting the existing wave and recreating it with the correct picking start time.
  
  
  
  Review Wave Creation Process:
  
  Investigate the process used to create the wave to ensure that the picking start time is set correctly during wave creation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific configurations or settings related to wave picking and time management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM, such as /SCWM/WAVE for wave management.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to modify wave details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes or updates that may address known issues related to wave picking and time settings.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the picking process can proceed as intended.