How To Fix /SCMTMS/TS_PROF032 - Planning horizon is invalid; check start and end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TS_PROF -

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Planning horizon is invalid; check start and end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF032 - Planning horizon is invalid; check start and end date ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF032 Planning horizon is invalid; check start and end date typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the planning horizon settings for a transportation planning profile. This error indicates that the defined planning horizon is not valid, which can be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Dates: The start and end dates defined for the planning horizon may not be set correctly. For example, the end date may be earlier than the start date.
  Configuration Issues: The planning profile may not be configured properly in the system, leading to inconsistencies in the defined planning horizon.
  Time Zone Differences: If the system is set to different time zones, it may cause discrepancies in date calculations.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that affect the planning horizon.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Planning Horizon Settings:
  
  Navigate to the planning profile configuration in SAP TM.
  Verify the start and end dates of the planning horizon. Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If the dates are incorrect, adjust them to valid values. Make sure that the planning horizon aligns with your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the planning profile is correctly configured. Check for any missing or incorrect settings that could affect the planning horizon.
  
  
  
  Check Time Zones:
  
  Verify the time zone settings in your SAP system. Ensure that the time zone settings are consistent across the system and do not cause date discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the relevant master data and transaction data to ensure there are no issues that could affect the planning horizon.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring planning horizons in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PROF to access the planning profile settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your planning horizon is set correctly in SAP TM.