How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_IL013 - Direct shipment option skipped for freight unit &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_IL -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Direct shipment option skipped for freight unit &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_IL013 - Direct shipment option skipped for freight unit &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_IL013 indicates that the direct shipment option has been skipped for a specific freight unit. This message typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to process a direct shipment for a freight unit due to certain conditions not being met.
  Causes:
  
  
  Incompatible Freight Unit Characteristics: The freight unit may not meet the criteria required for direct shipment processing. This could include issues related to the shipment type, transportation mode, or other attributes.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: Essential master data such as transportation lanes, shipping points, or route information may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  
  
  Transportation Planning Settings: The settings in the transportation planning profile may not allow for direct shipments under certain conditions.
  
  
  Freight Unit Status: The status of the freight unit may not allow for direct shipment processing. For example, if the freight unit is already assigned to another shipment or is in a status that does not permit direct shipment.
  
  
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or constraints defined in the system that prevent the direct shipment option from being available for the freight unit.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Freight Unit Characteristics: Review the characteristics of the freight unit to ensure they align with the requirements for direct shipment. This includes checking the shipment type and transportation mode.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data is correctly set up and maintained. This includes transportation lanes, shipping points, and routes.
  
  
  Adjust Transportation Planning Settings: If applicable, review and adjust the transportation planning profile settings to allow for direct shipments under the desired conditions.
  
  
  Verify Freight Unit Status: Check the status of the freight unit to ensure it is eligible for direct shipment. If it is in an incorrect status, you may need to change it or create a new freight unit.
  
  
  Consult Business Rules: Review any business rules that may be affecting the direct shipment option. If necessary, adjust these rules to allow for direct shipments where appropriate.
  
  
  Log Analysis: Check the logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context on why the direct shipment option was skipped.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Transportation Management for detailed information on freight unit processing and direct shipment configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to enable the direct shipment option for the affected freight unit.