How To Fix /SCMB/TMSRES_BP005 - Absence is in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TMSRES_BP -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Absence is in the past

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TMSRES_BP005 - Absence is in the past ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TMSRES_BP005 with the description "Absence is in the past" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Transportation Management System (TMS) when there is an attempt to process a resource (such as a transportation resource or a production resource) that has an absence period defined in the past. This can happen when scheduling or planning activities that involve resources that are not available due to previously defined absences.
  Cause:
  
  Past Absence Definition: The resource has an absence period that has already occurred, meaning the system is trying to reference a time when the resource was not available.
  Incorrect Date/Time Input: The date or time being referenced in the planning or scheduling process may be incorrect or not aligned with the resource's availability.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the absence data is configured in the system, leading to incorrect interpretations of availability.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Absence Records: Review the absence records for the resource in question. Ensure that the absence periods are correctly defined and that there are no overlaps or errors in the dates.
  Adjust Planning Dates: If you are trying to schedule or plan activities, ensure that the dates you are using are in the future and do not conflict with any past absence periods.
  Update Resource Availability: If the absence was incorrectly recorded or if the resource is now available, update the resource's availability in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing resource absences and availability.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMB/TMSRES to manage resources or /SCMB/RES to view resource availability.
  Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings related to resource management and absence handling in your SAP system.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and edit resource absence records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your resource planning and scheduling processes function correctly.