How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL031 - Resource &1 is overloaded (total &2 exceeds available &3 &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Resource &1 is overloaded (total &2 exceeds available &3 &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL031 - Resource &1 is overloaded (total &2 exceeds available &3 &4) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL031 indicates that a resource in the Transportation Management System (TMS) is overloaded. This means that the total demand on the resource exceeds its available capacity. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  
  Resource &1: This refers to the specific resource that is overloaded (e.g., a vehicle, a driver, or a warehouse).
  Total &2: This indicates the total demand or load that is currently assigned to the resource.
  Available &3: This shows the available capacity of the resource.
  &4: This could refer to the unit of measure (e.g., hours, tons, etc.) for the capacity.
  
  Causes
  
  Capacity Misconfiguration: The resource may have been incorrectly configured with a lower capacity than it can actually handle.
  Increased Demand: There may be an unexpected increase in demand for the resource, leading to overload.
  Scheduling Conflicts: Multiple tasks or shipments may be scheduled for the same resource at the same time, causing an overload.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in the system regarding the resource's capacity or the demand placed on it.
  
  Solutions
  
  Review Resource Configuration: Check the configuration of the resource in the system to ensure that its capacity is set correctly.
  Adjust Demand: If possible, redistribute the demand across other available resources to alleviate the overload.
  Reschedule Tasks: Look for opportunities to reschedule tasks or shipments to balance the load on the resource.
  Increase Resource Capacity: If feasible, consider increasing the capacity of the resource to handle the demand.
  Check for Errors: Review the data entries related to the resource and the demand to ensure there are no mistakes.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLN to access planning and scheduling functions in TMS.
  Monitoring Tools: Utilize monitoring tools within SAP to keep track of resource utilization and capacity.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for TMS to understand how to configure resources and manage capacity effectively.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a specialist who has experience with TMS.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the overload issue indicated by the error message.