/SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_APP458 - Parts of container unit &1 not within the planning horizon

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_APP -

• Message number: 458

• Message text: Parts of container unit &1 not within the planning horizon

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_APP458 - Parts of container unit &1 not within the planning horizon ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_APP458 indicates that certain parts of a container unit are not within the defined planning horizon. This typically occurs in the context of transportation management when the system is trying to plan or optimize transportation activities, but some of the components or items involved are outside the timeframe that has been set for planning.
  Cause:
  
  Planning Horizon Configuration: The planning horizon may not be set correctly in the system, leading to certain items being excluded from the planning process.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect dates or times may have been entered for the items or container units, causing them to fall outside the planning horizon.
  Container Unit Configuration: The configuration of the container unit may not align with the planning parameters, leading to discrepancies.
  Transportation Request Timing: The timing of the transportation request may not align with the availability of the items, causing them to be outside the planning horizon.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Horizon Settings: Review and adjust the planning horizon settings in the SAP system. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for transportation management.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and check the settings for planning horizons.
  
  
  
  Review Item Dates: Ensure that the dates for the items or container units are correctly entered and fall within the planning horizon.
  
  Check the delivery dates, availability dates, and any other relevant date fields.
  
  
  
  Adjust Container Unit Configuration: If the container unit is not configured correctly, make the necessary adjustments to ensure that all parts are included in the planning horizon.
  
  Verify the configuration of the container unit and its components.
  
  
  
  Recreate Transportation Request: If the transportation request is outdated or incorrectly timed, consider recreating it with the correct parameters that align with the planning horizon.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configuration settings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLN for planning or /SCMTMS/OPT for optimization to access relevant planning functions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing additional context or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.