How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP680 - Freight unit not planned because the utilization is below the minimum

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP -

• Message number: 680

• Message text: Freight unit not planned because the utilization is below the minimum

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP680 - Freight unit not planned because the utilization is below the minimum ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP680 indicates that a freight unit has not been planned because its utilization is below the defined minimum threshold. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system evaluates freight units for planning and finds that they do not meet the minimum utilization criteria set in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Minimum Utilization Settings: The system has a configuration for minimum utilization that freight units must meet to be considered for planning. If the freight unit's volume or weight does not meet this threshold, the error is triggered.
  Freight Unit Characteristics: The characteristics of the freight unit, such as its weight, volume, or dimensions, may not align with the requirements set in the planning profile.
  Planning Profile Configuration: The planning profile used for the freight unit may have specific settings that enforce minimum utilization levels.
  Load Optimization Settings: The load optimization settings may be too strict, leading