How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL018 - No planning-relevant freight unit was selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No planning-relevant freight unit was selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL018 - No planning-relevant freight unit was selected ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL018 indicates that no planning-relevant freight unit was selected during the planning process in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find any freight units that meet the criteria for planning.
  Causes:
  
  No Freight Units Created: There may be no freight units created for the selected transportation requirements or orders.
  Freight Units Not Relevant for Planning: The freight units that exist may not be marked as relevant for planning due to their status or configuration.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the planning run may be too restrictive, leading to no freight units being selected.
  Filters Applied: Filters or settings in the planning profile may exclude certain freight units from being considered.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the freight units that prevent them from being selected for planning.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Freight Units: Verify that there are freight units created for the relevant transportation requirements. You can do this by navigating to the freight unit overview in SAP TM.
  Review Freight Unit Status: Ensure that the freight units are in a status that allows them to be planned. They should not be in a status like "Completed" or "Cancelled."
  Adjust Selection Criteria: Review and adjust the selection criteria used in the planning run to ensure that it is not too restrictive.
  Examine Planning Profile: Check the planning profile settings to ensure that there are no filters applied that would exclude relevant freight units.
  Data Validation: Validate the data in the freight units to ensure that all necessary information is complete and correct.
  Run Planning Again: After making the necessary adjustments, try running the planning process again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/FU to view freight units and /SCMTMS/PLN for planning-related activities.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on freight unit planning and troubleshooting in SAP TM.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.