How To Fix /SAPAPO/OO_VSVM008 - Number for active means of transport was adjusted; number must be one

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OO_VSVM -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Number for active means of transport was adjusted; number must be one

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_VSVM008 - Number for active means of transport was adjusted; number must be one ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_VSVM008 indicates that there is an issue with the number of active means of transport in the system. Specifically, the error message states that the number for the active means of transport was adjusted, but it must be one. This typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) within SAP, particularly when dealing with transportation planning.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The system may be configured to expect only one active means of transport, but there are multiple entries or none at all.
  Data Integrity: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the means of transport, such as duplicate entries or missing key information.
  Business Logic: The business process may require that only one means of transport is active at a time, and the current setup violates this rule.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the means of transport in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings align with the business requirements and that only one means of transport is marked as active.
  Data Review: Examine the data entries for means of transport. Look for duplicates or incorrect entries that may be causing the issue. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction codes (e.g., /SAPAPO/VSVM for transport planning).
  Checking the active means of transport in the system.
  
  
  Adjust Active Means of Transport: If there are multiple active means of transport, adjust the settings to ensure that only one is active. This may involve deactivating or deleting the unnecessary entries.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing means of transport in APO.
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/VSVM for transport planning and /SAPAPO/TSM for transport scheduling.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to the means of transport settings.
  Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the means of transport configuration aligns with your business processes.