How To Fix 56740 - Only domestic trips (dest.country &) can be edited in the travel calendar

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 56 - HR TRAVEL: Messages for Trip Costs Dialog

• Message number: 740

• Message text: Only domestic trips (dest.country &) can be edited in the travel calendar

What causes this issue?

International stopovers are not possible for domestic trips.

How to fix this error?

If it is a question of a <ZH>domestic trip</>:
Please enter the stopover country as the domestic country.
If it is a question of an <ZH>international trip</>:
Use the <zh>travel manager</> to create an international trip.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 56740 - Only domestic trips (dest.country &) can be edited in the travel calendar ?

  The SAP error message 56740, which states "Only domestic trips (dest.country &) can be edited in the travel calendar," typically occurs in the context of SAP Travel Management when a user attempts to edit a travel entry that is classified as an international trip, while the system is configured to allow edits only for domestic trips.
  Cause:
  
  Trip Classification: The trip you are trying to edit is classified as an international trip based on the destination country.
  System Configuration: The system settings may restrict editing capabilities to only domestic trips, which is a common configuration in many organizations to prevent changes to international travel plans that may involve more complex approval processes or compliance issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Trip Type: Verify if the trip you are trying to edit is indeed classified as a domestic trip. If it is an international trip, you may need to follow a different process to make changes.
  Edit Permissions: If you believe you should have the ability to edit international trips, contact your SAP administrator or the relevant department in your organization to discuss the possibility of changing the configuration settings.
  Use Alternative Processes: If editing is not allowed, you may need to cancel the existing trip and create a new one, or follow the organization's procedures for requesting changes to international trips.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP Travel Management documentation or user manuals for specific guidelines on handling international trips and the associated permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to edit travel entries. Sometimes, permissions are restricted based on user roles.
  Travel Policy: Familiarize yourself with your organization's travel policy, as it may provide insights into why certain restrictions are in place.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this issue or provide additional context on handling travel entries.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your IT support team or SAP support for further assistance.