How To Fix /SCMTMS/OM117 - TU &1 with partial assignment of pred. docs cannot be copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/OM -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: TU &1 with partial assignment of pred. docs cannot be copied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/OM117 - TU &1 with partial assignment of pred. docs cannot be copied ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/OM117 TU &1 with partial assignment of pred. docs cannot be copied typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the assignment of predecessor documents (like transportation requirements or freight orders) to a transportation unit (TU). This error indicates that the system is unable to copy the transportation unit due to a partial assignment of predecessor documents.
  Cause:
  
  Partial Assignment: The error usually arises when the predecessor documents (e.g., transportation requirements) are not fully assigned to the transportation unit. This can happen if some of the documents are missing or not completely processed.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the transportation unit or the predecessor documents.
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration settings in the SAP TM that are not aligned with the expected behavior for copying documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Predecessor Documents: Verify that all predecessor documents are correctly assigned to the transportation unit. Ensure that there are no missing or incomplete documents.
  Review Assignment Logic: Look into the logic used for assigning predecessor documents to the transportation unit. Ensure that the assignment is complete and meets the requirements for copying.
  Data Consistency: Check for any inconsistencies in the data related to the transportation unit and predecessor documents. Correct any discrepancies found.
  Recreate Transportation Unit: If the issue persists, consider recreating the transportation unit after ensuring that all predecessor documents are correctly assigned.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Configuration Review: If you suspect a configuration issue, review the settings in the SAP TM configuration to ensure they are set up correctly for your business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/OM for managing transportation units or /SCMTMS/PR for managing predecessor documents.
  SAP Help Portal: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Transportation Management and error handling.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP TM for further assistance.