/SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP600 - You have not entered a requested start date; earliness not penalized

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP -

• Message number: 600

• Message text: You have not entered a requested start date; earliness not penalized

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP600 - You have not entered a requested start date; earliness not penalized ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP600 indicates that a requested start date has not been entered for a planning operation in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This message typically arises during the planning or optimization process when the system expects a start date to be defined for a transportation request or shipment.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Start Date: The primary cause of this error is that the user has not specified a requested start date for the transportation planning operation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the TMS that require a start date to be defined but are not set up correctly.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the start date during the planning process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter a Requested Start Date:
  
  Go to the relevant transportation request or shipment in the TMS.
  Ensure that you enter a valid requested start date in the appropriate field.
  Save the changes and re-run the planning or optimization process.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the TMS to ensure that the system is set up to require a requested start date.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or TMS configuration team to adjust the settings.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Parameters:
  
  Check the planning parameters and ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Make sure that the planning profile being used allows for the entry of a requested start date.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to TMS for additional guidance on required fields and planning parameters.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLN for planning or /SCMTMS/OPT for optimization to access the relevant screens.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to enter and modify transportation planning data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.