How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES588 - Only one selection horizon date is allowed when using selection hor. days

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 588

• Message text: Only one selection horizon date is allowed when using selection hor. days

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES588 - Only one selection horizon date is allowed when using selection hor. days ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES588 indicates that there is an issue with the selection horizon settings in the Transportation Management System (TMS) within SAP. This error typically arises when the system is configured to use selection horizon days, but multiple selection horizon dates have been specified, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The user has defined multiple selection horizon dates in a context where only one is permitted.
  The configuration settings for the selection horizon are not aligned with the expected input.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Selection Horizon Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP TMS.
  Ensure that only one selection horizon date is specified when using selection horizon days.
  
  
  
  Adjust Input Parameters:
  
  If you are entering selection horizon dates manually, ensure that you are only entering one date.
  Review any selection criteria or filters you are applying to ensure they are not inadvertently causing multiple dates to be selected.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code or Enhancements:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system that interact with the selection horizon, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for TMS to understand the expected configuration and usage of selection horizons.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to TMS configuration, such as /SCMTMS/CONFIG for configuration settings.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.