BC_BOR118 - Number of booked places & exceeds flight capacity &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BC_BOR - BC Training (All Courses)

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Number of booked places & exceeds flight capacity &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BC_BOR118 - Number of booked places & exceeds flight capacity & ?

  The SAP error message BC_BOR118 typically indicates that there is an issue with the booking process in a travel management or airline-related module. Specifically, the error message states that the number of booked places exceeds the flight capacity. This means that the system is trying to book more seats than are available on a particular flight.
  Cause:
  
  Overbooking: The most common cause is that the number of seats being booked exceeds the available capacity of the flight.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the number of passengers entered during the booking process.
  System Configuration: The flight capacity may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to discrepancies between expected and actual availability.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple users are trying to book the same flight simultaneously, it may lead to a situation where the available seats are exhausted before the booking is confirmed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Flight Availability: Verify the number of available seats on the flight before attempting to book. Ensure that the booking request does not exceed this number.
  Adjust Booking Request: If the number of passengers exceeds the available seats, reduce the number of bookings to match the available capacity.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the flight capacity is correctly set up in the system. This may involve checking the flight schedule and capacity settings in the SAP system.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in the booking process to alert users when they attempt to book more seats than are available.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support for specific configurations related to travel management or airline modules to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates and patches.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the booking process are trained on how to check flight availability and understand the booking limits.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a system configuration issue.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the BC_BOR118 error effectively.