How To Fix LCAM_SFT012 - Postponement is not possible; no shift schedule found on postpone date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCAM_SFT -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Postponement is not possible; no shift schedule found on postpone date

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCAM_SFT012 - Postponement is not possible; no shift schedule found on postpone date ?

  The SAP error message LCAM_SFT012 indicates that a postponement of a planned activity or task cannot be executed because there is no shift schedule available for the specified postponement date. This typically occurs in the context of production planning, scheduling, or resource management within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  No Shift Schedule Defined: The most common cause is that there is no shift schedule defined for the date you are trying to postpone the task to. Shift schedules are essential for determining when resources (like machines or labor) are available.
  Incorrect Date: The date you are trying to postpone to may not fall within the defined shift schedule period.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper assignment of shift schedules to the relevant resources or work centers.
  Resource Availability: The resource (e.g., machine, labor) may not be available on the new date due to other scheduling constraints.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Shift Schedule: Verify that a shift schedule is defined for the date you are trying to postpone to. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration in SAP (usually under the Production Planning or Human Resources modules).
  Define Shift Schedule: If no shift schedule exists for the required date, you will need to create one. This can be done in the SAP configuration settings:
  
  Go to SPRO ? Production ? Basic Data ? Work Center ? Shift Planning ? Define Shift Sequences.
  
  
  Adjust Postponement Date: If the postponement date is incorrect or does not align with the available shift schedules, consider selecting a different date that does have a defined shift schedule.
  Resource Availability Check: Ensure that the resources involved in the task are available on the new date. You may need to check for any conflicting schedules or maintenance activities.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings related to shift scheduling and resource management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CR01 (Create Work Center), CR02 (Change Work Center), and CR03 (Display Work Center) to manage work centers and their shift schedules.
  Shift Planning: Understanding how shift planning works in SAP can help prevent this error in the future. This includes knowing how to create and assign shift patterns to work centers.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully postpone the task as needed.