How To Fix /SCMB/TMSRES_BP039 - Absence is not within the validity period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TMSRES_BP -

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Absence is not within the validity period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TMSRES_BP039 - Absence is not within the validity period ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TMSRES_BP039 indicates that there is an issue with the absence record for a business partner (BP) in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM). Specifically, the error states that the absence is not within the validity period, meaning that the absence record being referenced is either expired or not applicable for the current date or time frame.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Range: The absence record may have been created with a start and end date that does not encompass the current date.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the absence dates, leading to a mismatch with the expected validity period.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for absence management may not align with the business requirements or the specific absence types.
  System Updates: Changes in the system or updates may have affected the validity of existing absence records.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Absence Dates: Verify the start and end dates of the absence record in question. Ensure that the current date falls within this range.
  Update Absence Record: If the absence record is indeed outside the validity period, update it to reflect the correct dates or create a new absence record if necessary.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for absence management in SAP to ensure they are set up correctly and align with your business processes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing absence records and understanding validity periods.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or SCPR (SCM Planning) to access and manage business partner data and absence records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to absence management.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to view and edit absence records in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that absence records are correctly managed within the validity periods.