How To Fix /SAPAPO/AMON_LIST047 - Means of transport overloaded by &DEV_PERCENT %

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/AMON_LIST -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Means of transport overloaded by &DEV_PERCENT %

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/AMON_LIST047 - Means of transport overloaded by &DEV_PERCENT % ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/AMON_LIST047 indicates that a means of transport (such as a truck, ship, or other logistics vehicle) has been overloaded by a certain percentage (&DEV_PERCENT). This typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) within SAP, where transportation planning is managed.
  Cause:
  
  
  Overloading: The primary cause of this error is that the planned load for a transport vehicle exceeds its maximum capacity. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect capacity settings for the means of transport.
  Inaccurate planning data or demand forecasts leading to excess load being assigned.
  Changes in the planned shipment that were not accounted for in the capacity calculations.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the means of transport is configured in the system, such as:
  
  Incorrect weight or volume capacity settings.
  Missing or incorrect definitions of transportation lanes or routes.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Transport Capacity: Check the capacity settings for the means of transport in the system. Ensure that the weight and volume limits are correctly defined.
  
  
  Adjust Planning Data: Review the planned shipments and demand data. If necessary, adjust the quantities being assigned to the transport to ensure they do not exceed the capacity.
  
  
  Reassign Shipments: If the transport is overloaded, consider reassigning some shipments to other means of transport that have available capacity.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration of the transportation lanes and means of transport in the system. Ensure that all relevant parameters are correctly set.
  
  
  Use Transportation Management Tools: Utilize SAP's transportation management tools to optimize load planning and ensure that transport capacities are not exceeded.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling transport capacity issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/AMON to access the monitoring tools for APO and analyze the transport planning data.
  Capacity Planning: Familiarize yourself with capacity planning concepts in SAP APO, as they are crucial for effective logistics management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your transport planning is effective and efficient.