How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR697 - &1 uses resource &2 outside of the resource's validity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 697

• Message text: &1 uses resource &2 outside of the resource's validity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR697 - &1 uses resource &2 outside of the resource's validity ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR697 &1 uses resource &2 outside of the resource's validity typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that a transportation order (TOR) is trying to use a resource (such as a vehicle or a driver) that is not valid for the time period in which the transportation order is scheduled.
  
  Cause:
  
  Resource Validity Period: The resource (e.g., a truck or driver) has a defined validity period during which it can be used. If the transportation order is scheduled outside of this period, the system will raise this error.
  Incorrect Scheduling: The transportation order may have been scheduled for a date or time that does not align with the availability of the resource.
  Resource Configuration: The resource may not have been properly configured in the system, leading to incorrect validity dates.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Resource Validity: 
  
  Go to the resource master data and check the validity dates for