How To Fix /SCMTMS/GNT_PLN031 - Stage between &1 and downtime at location &2 missing

/SCMTMS/GNT_PLN031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/GNT_PLN -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Stage between &1 and downtime at location &2 missing

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/SCMTMS/GNT_PLN031 - Details

• The SAP error message /SCMTMS/GNT_PLN031 indicates that there is a missing stage between two points in the transportation planning process, specifically between a source location and a destination location during a downtime period. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to find a valid transportation stage for a given route or time frame.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Transportation Stages: The most common cause is that there are no defined transportation stages (e.g., routes, legs) between the specified locations during the indicated downtime.
  Incorrect Configuration: The transportation network may not be properly configured, leading to gaps in the routing information.
  Downtime Overlap: The downtime period may overlap with the planned transportation stages, causing the system to be unable to find a valid route.
  Master Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect master data related to locations, transportation lanes, or vehicles.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transportation Stages: Verify that there are valid