How To Fix /SCMTMS/MSG039 - &1 end date is in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MSG -

• Message number: 039

• Message text: &1 end date is in the past

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MSG039 - &1 end date is in the past ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MSG039 typically indicates that there is an issue with the end date of a transportation request or planning document in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS). The message states that the end date specified is in the past, which means that the system cannot process the request because the date is no longer valid.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The end date for the transportation request or planning document was entered incorrectly, possibly due to a typo or misunderstanding of the date format.
  System Date Settings: The system date may be set incorrectly, leading to confusion about what constitutes a "past" date.
  Expired Planning Document: The planning document or transportation request may have been created with an end date that has already passed, making it invalid for processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check and Update Dates:
  
  Review the transportation request or planning document to ensure that the end date is set correctly.
  If the end date is indeed in the past, update it to a future date that is valid for processing.
  
  
  
  Verify System Date:
  
  Check the system date settings to ensure that the server or client date is accurate. If the system date is incorrect, it may need to be adjusted by your system administrator.
  
  
  
  Review Business Logic:
  
  Ensure that the business logic or rules governing the creation of transportation requests or planning documents are being followed. If there are specific constraints on dates, make sure they are adhered to.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the error message and any specific configurations that may be relevant to your implementation.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PR (for planning requests) or /SCMTMS/TOR (for transportation orders) to access and modify the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify the transportation requests or planning documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and proceed with your transportation management tasks in SAP.