How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL033 - Booking &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: 033

• Message text: Booking &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_OL033 - Booking &1 is overloaded (total &2 exceeds available &3 &4) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL033 indicates that a booking in the Transportation Management System (TMS) is overloaded. This means that the total quantity of goods being booked exceeds the available capacity of the transportation resource (e.g., vehicle, container, etc.). 
  Cause:
  
  Overbooking: The total quantity of goods assigned to a booking exceeds the available capacity of the transportation resource.
  Incorrect Capacity Configuration: The capacity of the transportation resource may not be correctly defined in the system.
  Multiple Bookings: There may be multiple bookings for the same resource that cumulatively exceed its capacity.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the booking process can lead to discrepancies in the expected versus actual quantities.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Booking Details: Check the details of the booking to ensure that the quantities being booked are within the available capacity of the transportation resource.
  Adjust Quantities: If the booking exceeds capacity, reduce the quantity of goods being booked or split the booking into multiple shipments if necessary.
  Check Resource Capacity: Verify the capacity settings for the transportation resource in the system. Ensure that the defined capacity matches the actual physical capacity.
  Consolidate Shipments: If there are multiple bookings for the same resource, consider consolidating them to optimize the use of capacity.
  Reassign Resources: If the current resource cannot accommodate the booking, consider reassigning the shipment to a different resource with sufficient capacity.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing transportation bookings and capacity.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/BOOKING to view and manage bookings.
  Capacity Management: Familiarize yourself with the capacity management features in SAP TMS to better understand how to configure and manage transportation resources.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to bookings and resource configurations in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your bookings are within the available capacity of your transportation resources.