How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR696 - Resource &1 has planning block "&2"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 696

• Message text: Resource &1 has planning block "&2"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR696 - Resource &1 has planning block "&2" ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR696 Resource &1 has planning block "&2" typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with resource availability due to a planning block. This error indicates that the specified resource (e.g., a vehicle, driver, or other transportation resource) is not available for planning during the specified time period due to a defined planning block.
  Cause:
  
  Planning Block Definition: A planning block is a defined period during which a resource is not available for planning. This could be due to maintenance, holidays, or other constraints.
  Resource Configuration: The resource may have been configured with a planning block that overlaps with the requested planning period.
  Incorrect Time Frame: The time frame for the transportation request may fall within the planning block of the resource.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Block Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the resource in question.
  Review the planning block settings to see if they are correctly defined and if they need to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Adjust Resource Availability:
  
  If the planning block is not necessary, consider removing or adjusting it to allow the resource to be available during the required time frame.
  If the planning block is necessary, ensure that the planning request is adjusted to fall outside of the blocked time.
  
  
  
  Resource Reassignment:
  
  If the resource is not available due to the planning block, consider reassigning the transportation request to another resource that is available.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to transportation management and resource planning for additional insights on managing planning blocks.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLANNING or /SCMTMS/RESOURCES to view and manage resources and their planning blocks.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling planning blocks.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in transportation planning are trained on how to manage resources and understand planning blocks effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.