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