How To Fix /SCMTMS/VSS_OL026 - &1: Date at &2 at &3 is outside appointment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/VSS_OL -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: &1: Date at &2 at &3 is outside appointment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_OL026 - &1: Date at &2 at &3 is outside appointment ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_OL026 &1: Date at &2 at &3 is outside appointment typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is a mismatch between the expected appointment times and the actual times being processed. This error indicates that a certain date or time (represented by &2 at &3) is outside the defined appointment window.
  Cause:
  
  
  Appointment Time Mismatch: The date or time being processed does not fall within the scheduled appointment window. This could happen if:
  
  The appointment has already passed.
  The appointment is set for a future date, but the system is trying to process it for an earlier date.
  The time zone settings are incorrect, leading to discrepancies in expected times.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the appointment scheduling in the system, such as:
  
  Incorrectly defined time slots for appointments.
  Overlapping appointments that cause conflicts.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when creating or modifying appointments can lead to this issue.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Appointment Details: Verify the appointment details in the system:
  
  Ensure that the date and time you are trying to process fall within the scheduled appointment window.
  If the appointment has already passed, you may need to create a new appointment.
  
  
  
  Adjust Time Zones: Ensure that the time zone settings for the appointment and the system are correctly configured. This can help avoid discrepancies in expected times.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for appointment scheduling in SAP TM:
  
  Check the defined time slots and ensure they are set up correctly.
  Look for any overlapping appointments that may cause conflicts.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data being entered into the system to ensure there are no errors in the date and time fields.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error message.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that may help you manage appointments and scheduling.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to create and modify appointments.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.