How To Fix OD691 - No time-dependent planning constraints found for location &1, material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OD - IS-Oil: TSW Traders' and Schedulers' Workbench messages

• Message number: 691

• Message text: No time-dependent planning constraints found for location &1, material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OD691 - No time-dependent planning constraints found for location &1, material &2 ?

  The SAP error message OD691 "No time-dependent planning constraints found for location &1, material &2" typically occurs in the context of planning processes, such as in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP). This error indicates that the system could not find any planning constraints (like stock levels, production capacities, or other relevant data) for the specified location and material combination during a planning run.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The most common cause is that the necessary master data (like location, material, or planning parameters) is not maintained or is incomplete.
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may not have the relevant data or constraints defined.
  Data Activation: The data for the location and material may not be activated or may not exist in the planning area.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the planning setup that prevent the system from recognizing the constraints.
  Time Period Issues: The planning horizon may not cover the time period for which the planning is being executed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the location and material is correctly maintained. This includes checking the material master, location master, and any relevant planning parameters.
  Review Planning Version: Verify that the correct planning version is being used and that it contains the necessary data for the planning run.
  Activate Data: If using SAP IBP, ensure that the relevant data is activated in the planning area. You may need to run data activation jobs if they are not already executed.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings in the planning area to ensure that all necessary constraints are defined and correctly set up.
  Adjust Planning Horizon: Make sure that the planning horizon includes the time period for which you are trying to run the planning. Adjust the planning settings if necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC90 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning view) to check the data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for APO or IBP for detailed information on planning constraints and how to set them up correctly.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.