How To Fix LMD_ROUTE_HUB048 - The route status is not unique. Route &1 cannot be settled.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LMD_ROUTE_HUB - Route Hub Messages

• Message number: 048

• Message text: The route status is not unique. Route &1 cannot be settled.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LMD_ROUTE_HUB048 - The route status is not unique. Route &1 cannot be settled. ?

  The SAP error message LMD_ROUTE_HUB048 indicates that there is an issue with the route status in the logistics execution process. Specifically, it means that the route you are trying to settle is not unique, which can occur when there are multiple entries for the same route in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Routes: There may be multiple routes defined in the system with the same characteristics or identifiers, leading to ambiguity.
  Incorrect Route Status: The status of the route may not be properly set, or there may be conflicting statuses that prevent the system from determining which route to settle.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the route determination process, leading to non-unique entries.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the master data related to routes, such as transportation lanes or shipping points.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Route Definitions: Review the route definitions in the system to identify any duplicates. You can do this by navigating to the route maintenance transaction (e.g., transaction code OVT1 for route determination).
  Verify Route Status: Ensure that the status of the routes is correctly set. You may need to change the status of one of the routes to resolve the conflict.
  Data Cleanup: If duplicates are found, you may need to delete or merge the duplicate routes to ensure that each route is unique.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for route determination to ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no conflicting settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling route-related issues in your version of SAP.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the issue is resolved and that routes can be settled without errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OVT1 (for route determination) and VT01N (for creating transportation orders).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to route definitions and statuses.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the LMD_ROUTE_HUB048 error message.