How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG056 - No date found for validity date comparison; search with doc.creation date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: No date found for validity date comparison; search with doc.creation date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG056 - No date found for validity date comparison; search with doc.creation date ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG056 indicates that the system could not find a date for the validity date comparison when processing a certain transaction or function in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module. This typically occurs when the system is trying to validate or compare dates related to transportation planning, but the necessary date information is missing or not set up correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Validity Dates: The relevant master data (like transportation lanes, routes, or conditions) may not have valid dates defined.
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The configuration for the transportation management might not be set up correctly, leading to issues in date comparisons.
  Document Creation Date: The system may be trying to compare against a validity date that does not exist, and it suggests using the document creation date instead.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from finding the necessary dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Review the master data related to transportation (e.g., transportation lanes, routes, and conditions) to ensure that all necessary validity dates are correctly defined.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings in the SAP TM module are correctly set up to handle date comparisons.
  Use Document Creation Date: If the system suggests using the document creation date, consider adjusting your logic or process to utilize this date for comparisons.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data to identify and correct any inconsistencies that may be causing the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is impacting critical business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that may help in troubleshooting, such as /SCMTMS/ related transactions.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.