How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL038 - Package &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: 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: Review the items assigned to the package and adjust them to ensure that their total weight or volume does not exceed the package's capacity.
  Split the Load: If the total weight or volume of the items exceeds the package capacity, consider splitting the items into multiple packages.
  Correct Data Entry: Verify the data entered for each item to ensure that weights and volumes are accurate.
  Check for Updates: If there have been recent changes to item specifications or package configurations, ensure that these changes are reflected in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLN to access the planning functions in TMS.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for TMS to understand how to configure packages and manage load planning effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the cause of the overload and ensuring that the package configurations and item assignments are correct, you should be able to resolve the error message.