How To Fix /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG301 - No shifts available in period &1 - &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG -

• Message number: 301

• Message text: No shifts available in period &1 - &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG301 - No shifts available in period &1 - &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG301 No shifts available in period &1 - &2 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) module or related areas where scheduling and planning of shifts is involved. This error indicates that there are no available shifts defined for the specified time period.
  Cause:
  
  No Shift Definitions: The most common cause is that there are no shifts defined in the system for the specified period. This could be due to a lack of configuration in the shift planning settings.
  Incorrect Date Range: The date range specified in the error message may not correspond to any defined shifts. This can happen if the dates are outside the range of the defined shifts.
  Shift Deactivation: Shifts may have been deactivated or removed from the system, leading to the unavailability of shifts for scheduling.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the work center or the planning parameters that prevent shifts from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Shift Definitions:
  
  Go to the transaction code OOSB (Shift Planning) or OOVB (Work Center) to check if shifts are defined for the required period.
  Ensure that the shifts are active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Date Range:
  
  Confirm that the date range specified in the error message is correct and falls within the range of defined shifts.
  Adjust the date range if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Work Center Settings:
  
  Check the work center settings to ensure that the correct shifts are assigned to the work center being used for the operation.
  Use transaction code CR02 to review and modify work center details.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the shift planning and work center configurations are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the scheduling again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OOSB, OOVB, CR02, and CR03 for managing shifts and work centers.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on configuring shifts and work centers.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify shift and work center configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.