How To Fix /SCWM/DS_CORE087 - Start of restricted planning period must be between &1 and &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DS_CORE -

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Start of restricted planning period must be between &1 and &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DS_CORE087 - Start of restricted planning period must be between &1 and &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DS_CORE087 indicates that there is an issue with the planning period in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. Specifically, the error states that the start of the restricted planning period must fall between two specified dates, &1 and &2.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The user is trying to initiate a planning process (like demand planning or supply planning) with a start date that is outside the allowed range defined in the system.
  The planning period settings in the system may not be configured correctly, or the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified planning period.
  The planning period may have been restricted due to business rules or configurations that limit the time frame for planning activities.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Dates: Verify the start date you are trying to use for the planning period. Ensure that it falls between the two dates specified in the error message (&1 and &2).
  
  
  Adjust Planning Period Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for planning periods in SAP EWM.
  Ensure that the planning periods are set up correctly and that the start and end dates are appropriate for your business needs.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the planning period. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to review and adjust the user roles.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to planning periods in EWM to understand any specific configurations or restrictions that may apply.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM that pertain to planning and configuration, such as /SCWM/PLANNING or /SCWM/DS.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to /SCWM/DS_CORE087 for any specific fixes or updates provided by SAP.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation on SAP EWM planning processes to better understand how to manage planning periods effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.