How To Fix /SCMTMS/SCH060 - Enter a validity period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SCH -

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Enter a validity period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH060 - Enter a validity period ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH060 Enter a validity period typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a user is trying to create or modify a scheduling or planning object, such as a transportation lane, and has not specified a validity period for that object.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because the system requires a validity period to be defined for the scheduling object. This validity period indicates the time frame during which the scheduling or planning object is active and can be used in transportation planning processes. If this information is missing, the system cannot proceed with the operation.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to enter a validity period for the object you are working with. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the relevant transaction: Go to the transaction where you encountered the error (e.g., creating or editing a transportation lane).
  
  
  Locate the validity period fields: Look for fields labeled "Validity Start" and "Validity End" or similar.
  
  
  Enter the dates: Specify the start and end dates for the validity period. Ensure that the dates are in the correct format and that the end date is later than the start date.
  
  
  Save your changes: After entering the validity period, save your changes and check if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for SAP TM for more details on managing scheduling objects and their validity periods.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify the scheduling objects in SAP TM.
  System Configuration: If you continue to face issues, it may be worth checking with your SAP Basis or TM configuration team to ensure that the system is set up correctly for handling scheduling objects.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance, as there may be additional configuration or data issues that need to be addressed.