How To Fix /SCMTMS/INS021 - Invalid entry; enter alert date on or before due date for instruction &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/INS -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Invalid entry; enter alert date on or before due date for instruction &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/INS021 - Invalid entry; enter alert date on or before due date for instruction &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/INS021 Invalid entry; enter alert date on or before due date for instruction &1 typically occurs in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS) when there is an issue with the alert date being set for a transportation instruction. This error indicates that the alert date you are trying to enter is after the due date of the transportation instruction, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Alert Date: The alert date you are trying to set is later than the due date of the transportation instruction.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the dates, leading to the alert date being incorrectly set.
  System Configuration: There could be a configuration issue in the system that is not allowing the alert date to be set correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the due date of the transportation instruction (instruction &1) and ensure that the alert date you are trying to enter is on or before this due date.
  Adjust Alert Date: If the alert date is indeed after the due date, modify it to a date that is on or before the due date.
  Data Validation: Ensure that the data being entered is validated against the business rules set in the system.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates, refer to the relevant documentation or guidelines for setting alert dates in your organization.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or TMS configuration team to check if there are any settings that need to be adjusted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes related to TMS, such as /SCMTMS/ALERT to manage alerts or /SCMTMS/INSTRUCTION to view transportation instructions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify alert dates in the TMS module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully set the alert date for the transportation instruction.