How To Fix /SCMB/DMX006 - No period description found for time stamp &1, mode &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/DMX -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: No period description found for time stamp &1, mode &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/DMX006 - No period description found for time stamp &1, mode &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/DMX006 No period description found for time stamp &1, mode &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) when the system is unable to find a valid period description for a given timestamp and mode. This can happen during planning runs, data extraction, or reporting processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Period Definition: The period definition for the specified timestamp may not exist in the system. This can happen if the planning calendar is not properly set up or if the relevant periods have not been defined.
  Incorrect Time Stamp: The timestamp provided may not correspond to any defined periods in the system.
  Mode Issues: The mode specified may not be valid or may not have a corresponding period defined.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that prevent the system from recognizing the period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Definitions:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SCMB/DMX or the relevant configuration area in SAP SCM.
  Verify that the period definitions are correctly set up for the relevant planning horizon and that they include the timestamp in question.
  
  
  
  Review Time Stamp:
  
  Ensure that the timestamp being used is correct and falls within the defined periods. You can check the date format and ensure it aligns with the expected format in the system.
  
  
  
  Validate Mode:
  
  Check the mode specified in the error message. Ensure that it is valid and corresponds to a mode that has been defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the planning area and ensure that all necessary settings are in place. This includes checking the planning calendar and any related settings.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the system to identify any potential issues with the data that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMB/DMX, /SAPAPO/MC62, or others that pertain to planning and configuration in SAP SCM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context or fixes.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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 a solution to resolve it.