How To Fix /SCMTMS/VSS_OL023 - &1: Appointment at &2 at &3 is outside planning horizon

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/VSS_OL -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: &1: Appointment at &2 at &3 is outside planning horizon

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_OL023 - &1: Appointment at &2 at &3 is outside planning horizon ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_OL023 &1: Appointment at &2 at &3 is outside planning horizon typically occurs in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module. This error indicates that an appointment (such as a loading or unloading appointment) is scheduled outside the defined planning horizon for the transportation process.
  Cause:
  
  Planning Horizon Configuration: The planning horizon is a time frame defined in the system within which appointments and transportation activities can be planned. If an appointment is scheduled outside this time frame, the system will trigger this error.
  Appointment Date/Time: The specific date and time of the appointment may fall outside the configured planning horizon.
  System Settings: The settings for the planning horizon may not be aligned with the operational needs or the actual scheduling practices of the organization.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Adjust Planning Horizon:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings in SAP TM and adjust the planning horizon to include the required date and time for the appointment.
  This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the relevant transportation management configuration.
  
  
  
  Modify Appointment:
  
  If adjusting the planning horizon is not feasible, consider rescheduling the appointment to fall within the existing planning horizon.
  Check the appointment details and see if it can be moved to a time that is within the defined planning horizon.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the planning horizon or the appointments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure the planning horizon and manage appointments.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after making the necessary adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLANNING or /SCMTMS/APP to access planning and appointment management functionalities.
  Customizing Path: The customizing path for planning horizon settings can typically be found under:
  
  SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Transportation Management -> Basic Settings -> Define Planning Horizon
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Transportation Management and planning horizon settings.
  
  By addressing the planning horizon configuration or adjusting the appointment, you should be able to resolve the error message and proceed with your transportation planning activities.