How To Fix /SCMTMS/CFIR137 - Document &1 has a manual change; FWO &2 ignored in change process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/CFIR -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Document &1 has a manual change; FWO &2 ignored in change process

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/CFIR137 - Document &1 has a manual change; FWO &2 ignored in change process ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/CFIR137 Document &1 has a manual change; FWO &2 ignored in change process typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is a conflict between manual changes made to a document and the automatic processing of a Freight Order (FWO).
  Cause:
  
  Manual Changes: The error indicates that there have been manual changes made to the document (e.g., a Freight Order or a Transportation Requirement) that conflict with the changes being processed automatically by the system.
  Change Process: The system is trying to apply a change process to the Freight Order, but it cannot do so because the document has been altered manually, which may lead to inconsistencies or data integrity issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Manual Changes: Check the document (e.g., Freight Order) for any manual changes that have been made. This could include changes to dates, quantities, or other key fields.
  Revert Changes: If possible, revert the manual changes to allow the system to process the Freight Order as intended.
  Consult Change Logs: Use the change logs to identify what manual changes were made and assess whether they are necessary or can be adjusted.
  Reprocess the Document: After addressing the manual changes, attempt to reprocess the Freight Order or the related document to see if the error persists.
  System Configuration: Ensure that the system configuration allows for the intended processing of Freight Orders without conflicts. This may involve reviewing settings related to manual changes and automatic processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/FO for Freight Orders, to navigate and troubleshoot effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Transportation Management and change processes to understand the expected behavior and best practices.
  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 and ensure that your Freight Orders are processed correctly in SAP TM.