How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP703 - FO has relevant inbound stop without preceding relevant outbound stop

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP -

• Message number: 703

• Message text: FO has relevant inbound stop without preceding relevant outbound stop

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP703 - FO has relevant inbound stop without preceding relevant outbound stop ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP703 indicates that there is an issue with the planning of transportation in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS). Specifically, the error states that there is a relevant inbound stop (a delivery or shipment arriving at a location) that does not have a corresponding relevant outbound stop (a shipment leaving from that location). This can occur in scenarios where the system expects a sequence of transportation activities that are not properly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Outbound Shipment: The most common cause is that there is an inbound delivery or shipment that is expected to arrive at a location, but there is no outbound shipment planned to leave from that same location.
  Incorrect Planning Data: There may be incorrect or incomplete planning data in the system, leading to mismatches in expected transportation flows.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the transportation management settings that affect how inbound and outbound shipments are linked.
  Master Data Issues: Problems with master data, such as incorrect location data or transportation lanes, can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Planning Data: Review the planning data for the relevant transportation order or shipment. Ensure that there is a corresponding outbound shipment for the inbound stop.
  Create Outbound Shipment: If an outbound shipment is missing, create it in the system to establish the necessary link between the inbound and outbound stops.
  Review Transportation Network: Check the transportation network configuration to ensure that the routes and connections between locations are correctly defined.
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (e.g., locations, transportation lanes, and shipping points) is accurate and complete.
  Re-run Planning: After making the necessary adjustments, re-run the planning process to see if the error persists.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on transportation planning and error resolution.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLN for planning or /SCMTMS/ORD for order management to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.