How To Fix 5D279 - Distance is greater than standard entitlement

5D279 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Distance is greater than standard entitlement

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5D279 - Details

• The SAP error message 5D279: "Distance is greater than standard entitlement" typically occurs in the context of transportation management or logistics within the SAP system. This error indicates that the distance calculated for a particular transportation route exceeds the standard entitlement or limit set in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Distance Calculation: The system calculates the distance based on the defined routes, and if the calculated distance exceeds the predefined standard entitlement, this error is triggered.
  
  Configuration Issues: The standard entitlement for distance may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to discrepancies.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in the master data (like location data, route data, etc.) can lead to incorrect distance calculations.
  Changes in Routes: If there have been recent changes in the transportation routes or if the routes are not updated in the system, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Standard Entitlement Settings: Check the configuration settings for standard entitlements in the