How To Fix /SCMTMS/GNT_PLN003 - Cannot cancel resource assignment; status of document &1 is "&2"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/GNT_PLN -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Cannot cancel resource assignment; status of document &1 is "&2"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/GNT_PLN003 - Cannot cancel resource assignment; status of document &1 is "&2" ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/GNT_PLN003 indicates that there is an issue with canceling a resource assignment in the Transportation Management System (TMS). The message typically states that the status of the document (e.g., a transportation order, shipment, or other related document) does not allow for the cancellation of the resource assignment.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Document Status: The document associated with the resource assignment is in a status that does not permit cancellation. For example, if the document is already completed, invoiced, or in a status that is considered final, the system will not allow changes to resource assignments.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or linked documents that prevent the cancellation of the resource assignment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the cancellation action.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the document indicated in the error message. If the document is in a status that does not allow for cancellation, you may need to change the status or take appropriate actions based on your business process.
  
  
  Review Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependent documents or processes that are preventing the cancellation. You may need to complete or cancel those documents first.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user attempting to cancel the resource assignment has the necessary authorizations. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling resource assignments and cancellations in TMS.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TMS, such as /SCMTMS/PLN for planning or /SCMTMS/RES for resource management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Customizations: If your organization has customized the TMS, ensure that the custom logic does not interfere with standard processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.