How To Fix /SCMTMS/TAL013 - Allocations are not created if planning period or capacity is missing

/SCMTMS/TAL013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TAL -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Allocations are not created if planning period or capacity is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TAL013 - Allocations are not created if planning period or capacity is missing ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TAL013 indicates that allocations cannot be created due to missing planning periods or capacity in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when the system is unable to find the necessary data to perform the allocation process, which is essential for planning and executing transportation activities.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Planning Period: The planning period defines the timeframe within which transportation activities are scheduled. If this period is not defined or is incorrectly set, the system cannot allocate resources.
  Missing Capacity: Capacity refers to the available resources (e.g., vehicles, containers) that can be used for transportation. If the system does not have defined capacity for the planning period, it cannot create allocations.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the TMS settings or master data can lead to this error. This includes settings related to transportation lanes, routes, or resource planning.
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies in master data, such as transportation resources or planning