How To Fix /SCWM/WAVE_PLAN003 - Wave cutoff time is longer than the wave completion time

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WAVE_PLAN -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Wave cutoff time is longer than the wave completion time

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE_PLAN003 - Wave cutoff time is longer than the wave completion time ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE_PLAN003 indicates that the wave cutoff time is set longer than the wave completion time. This situation typically arises in the context of warehouse management and wave planning in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause
  
  Configuration Issue: The wave cutoff time is configured to be later than the wave completion time, which is logically inconsistent. The cutoff time should always be earlier than or equal to the completion time.
  Data Entry Error: Incorrect data entry during the setup of wave planning parameters can lead to this error.
  System Settings: The system settings for wave planning may not align with the operational requirements or business processes.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Wave Planning Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the wave planning configuration in SAP EWM.
  Verify the settings for wave cutoff time and wave completion time.
  Ensure that the cutoff time is set to a value that is earlier than the completion time.
  
  
  
  Adjust Time Settings:
  
  If the cutoff time is indeed set incorrectly, adjust it to be earlier than the wave completion time.
  This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the relevant wave planning parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Wave Profile:
  
  Check the wave profile settings to ensure that the parameters are correctly defined.
  Make sure that the wave profile used for the wave creation is appropriate for the intended operations.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, test the wave planning process to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  Create a test wave to validate that the cutoff and completion times are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help guides for detailed instructions on configuring wave planning parameters.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on wave planning configurations.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP EWM wave planning to better understand the configuration and operational requirements.
  Support: If the issue persists after making adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP EWM expert for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the configuration and ensuring that the cutoff time is set correctly, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/WAVE_PLAN003.