How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL038 - Package &1 is overloaded (total &2 exceeds available &3 &4)

/SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Package &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_OL038 - Package &1 is overloaded (total &2 exceeds available &3 &4) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL038 indicates that a specific package in the Transportation Management System (TMS) is overloaded. This means that the total weight or volume of the items in the package exceeds the available capacity defined for that package.
  
  Cause:
  
  Overloaded Package: The total weight or volume of the items assigned to the package exceeds the defined limits (capacity) for that package.
  Incorrect Configuration: The package configuration may not be set correctly, leading to discrepancies between the actual load and the defined capacity.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry of weights or volumes for the items being packed.
  Changes in Item Characteristics: If the characteristics of the items (like weight or volume) have changed after the initial configuration, it could lead to an overload situation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Package Configuration: Check the configuration of the package in the system to ensure that the capacity settings (weight and volume) are correct.
  Adjust Item Assignments: