How To Fix /SCMB/TDL_UTILS052 - You should ignore the due dates when planning the process type

/SCMB/TDL_UTILS052 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TDL_UTILS -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: You should ignore the due dates when planning the process type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TDL_UTILS052 - You should ignore the due dates when planning the process type ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TDL_UTILS052 indicates that there is an issue related to the planning process in the Supply Chain Management (SCM) module, specifically concerning the handling of due dates for a particular process type. This message suggests that the system is advising you to ignore the due dates when planning the specified process type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The planning process type may be configured in such a way that it does not consider due dates for certain operations. This could be due to specific settings in the planning profile or process type configuration.
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data or transaction data that prevent the system from properly evaluating due dates.
  Business Logic: The business logic defined for the process type may dictate that due dates are not relevant for the planning process being executed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the planning process type in