How To Fix W0062 - When time slot > as previous, start/end period must also be >

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W0 - Customizing - ISR

• Message number: 062

• Message text: When time slot > as previous, start/end period must also be >

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W0062 - When time slot > as previous, start/end period must also be > ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W0062 – When time slot > as previous, start/end period must also be >
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs in SAP when defining or maintaining time slots (e.g., in time management, work schedules, or time evaluation schemas) where the start and end times of a current time slot are not logically consistent with the previous time slot.
  Specifically, if the current time slot's time value (e.g., break time, working time, or any time-related parameter) is greater than the previous time slot's value, then the start and end periods of the current time slot must also be strictly greater than those of the previous time slot.
  In other words, the system expects a chronological order in the time slots: if the time slot value increases, the corresponding start and end times must also move forward in time. If this is not the case, the system issues this warning to prevent overlapping or illogical time slot definitions.
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  When defining time slot sequences in work schedules or time evaluation schemas.
  When maintaining time slot rules in personnel time management.
  When configuring time quotas or time periods that depend on sequential time slots.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the time slot sequence:
  
  Review the start and end times of the current and previous time slots. Ensure that if the current time slot's value is greater than the previous one, its start and end times are also later than those of the previous slot.
  
  
  Adjust start/end periods:
  
  Modify the start and end times of the current time slot so that they are strictly greater than the previous time slot's start and end times.
  
  
  Maintain logical order:
  
  Ensure that time slots are defined in a strictly increasing chronological order without overlaps or inconsistencies.
  
  
  Validate time slot values:
  
  Confirm that the time slot values (e.g., durations, quotas) correspond logically to the time periods defined.
  
  
  
  Example:
  
  Previous time slot: Start = 08:00, End = 10:00, Time slot value = 2 hours  
  Current time slot: Start = 09:00, End = 11:00, Time slot value = 3 hours  
  
  This will trigger W0062 because the current time slot value (3 hours) is greater than the previous (2 hours), but the start time (09:00) is not greater than the previous start time (08:00) in a way that respects the sequence (overlap or inconsistency).
  Correct it by setting the current time slot start time to after 10:00, e.g., Start = 10:00, End = 13:00.
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is a warning (W), not an error, so it may allow saving but indicates a potential logical inconsistency.
  Relevant in Personnel Time Management (PT), especially in Work Schedule Rules (WSR) and Time Evaluation (TE).
  Check SAP Notes or documentation related to time slot configuration and time evaluation schemas for your specific SAP module.
  If unsure, consult your SAP HR/Time Management consultant or check the configuration in transaction codes like PT01, PE04, or SM30 for time slot tables.
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or transaction where this message appears, I can give more tailored advice.