How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP813 - FO has inconsistent stages where no transportation demands can be added

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP -

• Message number: 813

• Message text: FO has inconsistent stages where no transportation demands can be added

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP813 - FO has inconsistent stages where no transportation demands can be added ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP813 indicates that there are inconsistent stages in a Freight Order (FO) within the SAP Transportation Management (TM) system. This inconsistency prevents the addition of transportation demands to the Freight Order. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Stage Configuration: The stages defined in the Freight Order may not align correctly with the transportation demands or may be missing required information.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the Freight Order, such as missing stages, incorrect sequence, or invalid status.
  Transportation Demand Issues: The transportation demands that you are trying to add may not be compatible with the existing stages of the Freight Order.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP TM system that lead to inconsistencies in how stages are defined or processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Review Freight Order Stages: Check the stages defined in the Freight Order. Ensure that all required stages are present and correctly configured. You can do this by navigating to the Freight Order in the SAP TM interface and reviewing the stages.
  
  
  Validate Transportation Demands: Ensure that the transportation demands you are trying to add are compatible with the existing stages. Check for any discrepancies in the data.
  
  
  Correct Data Entries: If you find any missing or incorrect data in the Freight Order or transportation demands, correct it. This may involve adding missing stages or correcting the sequence of stages.
  
  
  Recreate the Freight Order: If the Freight Order is too inconsistent to fix, consider recreating it from scratch, ensuring that all stages and demands are correctly defined from the beginning.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing Freight Orders and understanding stage configurations.
  
  
  Check System Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP TM administrator or technical team to review the system configuration for any potential issues that may be causing the inconsistency.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in creating and managing Freight Orders are adequately trained and have access to the necessary documentation to avoid common pitfalls.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve the inconsistency in the Freight Order stages.