How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL238 - No usable departure time found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL -

• Message number: 238

• Message text: No usable departure time found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL238 - No usable departure time found ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL238 No usable departure time found typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to determine a valid departure time for a transportation request or shipment. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The transportation request or shipment may lack necessary data, such as departure location, transportation mode, or time-related information.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters set in the system may not allow for the calculation of a departure time. This could be due to restrictions or settings that limit the available time windows.
  Calendar Settings: The calendar settings in the system may not align with the expected operational hours, leading to no valid departure times being available.
  Transportation Lane Issues: The transportation lane between the source and destination may not be properly configured, or there may be no valid routes defined.
  Resource Availability: The resources (vehicles, drivers) required for the transportation may not be available during the expected time frame.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Completeness: Ensure that all necessary data for the transportation request or shipment is filled out correctly. This includes departure and arrival locations, transportation mode, and any relevant time windows.
  Review Planning Parameters: Examine the planning parameters in the system to ensure they are set correctly. Adjust any restrictions that may be preventing the calculation of a departure time.
  Verify Calendar Settings: Check the calendar settings in SAP TM to ensure that they reflect the actual operational hours and are correctly configured for the relevant locations.
  Inspect Transportation Lanes: Review the transportation lanes to ensure they are properly defined and that there are valid routes available for the shipment.
  Resource Management: Check the availability of resources (vehicles, drivers) to ensure they can meet the required departure times. If necessary, adjust the scheduling or resource allocation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLN for planning or /SCMTMS/OV for operational views to analyze the transportation requests and shipments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Transportation Management and planning processes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By systematically checking these areas, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement an appropriate solution.