How To Fix WRF_AT_GENERAL001 - Delivery date (seasonal scheduling) for dist. center &1 shifted to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_AT_GENERAL - General Allocation Table Messages

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Delivery date (seasonal scheduling) for dist. center &1 shifted to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_AT_GENERAL001 - Delivery date (seasonal scheduling) for dist. center &1 shifted to &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Message:
  WRF_AT_GENERAL001
  
  Text: Delivery date (seasonal scheduling) for dist. center &1 shifted to &2
  
  Cause:
  This message occurs in the context of seasonal scheduling in SAP, particularly when working with distribution centers in the Supply Chain or Retail modules (e.g., SAP IS-Retail). The system automatically adjusts (shifts) the planned delivery date for a distribution center from the originally requested date (&1) to a new date (&2).
  The main reasons for this shift include:
  
  Seasonal scheduling rules: The system uses predefined seasonal calendars or scheduling profiles that restrict deliveries to certain periods or dates.
  Capacity constraints: The original delivery date may fall outside the allowed delivery windows or exceed capacity limits.
  Planning consistency: To align deliveries with seasonal demand patterns or promotional periods, the system shifts dates to optimize supply chain flow.
  Master data settings: The distribution center’s scheduling profile or seasonal calendar may define specific allowed delivery dates, causing the system to adjust the date accordingly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Seasonal Scheduling Profiles:
  
  Review the seasonal scheduling profile assigned to the distribution center.
  Transaction codes or IMG paths related to seasonal scheduling (e.g., in SAP IS-Retail) can be used to inspect and adjust these profiles.
  
  
  
  Review Distribution Center Master Data:
  
  Verify the delivery scheduling parameters for the distribution center.
  Ensure that the seasonal calendar and allowed delivery dates are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Parameters if Needed:
  
  If the shifted date is not acceptable, consider modifying the seasonal calendar or scheduling rules to allow delivery on the originally requested date.
  Alternatively, accept the shifted date if it aligns with business requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Capacity and Constraints:
  
  Ensure that capacity constraints or other restrictions are not forcing the date shift.
  Adjust capacity or scheduling parameters if necessary.
  
  
  
  Communicate with Planning/Logistics Teams:
  
  Inform relevant stakeholders about the date shift to avoid confusion in order fulfillment.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Module: SAP IS-Retail, SAP SCM, or any module using seasonal scheduling for distribution centers.
  Transactions/IMG Paths:
  
  Seasonal scheduling profiles maintenance.
  Distribution center master data (e.g., transaction /SAPAPO/SCMTMS or similar in APO).
  
  
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal on Seasonal Scheduling and Distribution Center Planning.
  Note: This message is usually informational or a warning rather than an error that stops processing. It informs planners about automatic adjustments made by the system.
  
  
  If you want, I can help you with specific transaction codes or IMG paths based on your SAP system version and module.