How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_TS013 - Date outside of time period restriction

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_TS -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Date outside of time period restriction

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TS013 - Date outside of time period restriction ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TS013 indicates that a date you are trying to use is outside of the defined time period restrictions in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when working with time-dependent data, such as planning or scheduling activities.
  Cause:
  
  
  Time Period Restrictions: The date you are trying to access or manipulate is not within the allowed time frame set in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The planning horizon being set too short.
  The specific time period for the data you are trying to access being closed or restricted.
  The date being outside the validity period of the master data (e.g., product, location, etc.).
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the APO system that limit the time periods for planning or execution.
  
  
  Data Validity: The master data (like product or location) may not be valid for the date you are trying to use.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Time Period Settings:
  
  Review the planning horizon settings in the APO system. You can do this in the configuration settings for the relevant planning area.
  Ensure that the date you are trying to use falls within the defined planning horizon.
  
  
  
  Adjust Master Data Validity:
  
  Check the validity periods of the master data (e.g., product, location) to ensure they cover the date in question. You may need to extend the validity period if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access, check the configuration settings in the APO system to see if there are any restrictions on the time periods that need to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to manage time periods in your APO configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/OM17 (for planning book settings) or /SAPAPO/MC62 (for checking planning area settings) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.