How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL277 - Cannot plan uncontrolled freight units with controlled freight units

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL -

• Message number: 277

• Message text: Cannot plan uncontrolled freight units with controlled freight units

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL277 - Cannot plan uncontrolled freight units with controlled freight units ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL277 indicates that there is an issue with planning freight units in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) system. Specifically, this error occurs when there is an attempt to plan uncontrolled freight units together with controlled freight units. 
  Cause:
  
  Freight Unit Types: In SAP TM, freight units can be classified as controlled or uncontrolled. Controlled freight units are those that have specific planning requirements or constraints, while uncontrolled freight units do not have such constraints.
  Planning Restrictions: The system does not allow the planning of uncontrolled freight units alongside controlled freight units due to the potential for conflicts in planning logic and constraints.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Separate Planning: Ensure that you are planning controlled and uncontrolled freight units separately. You may need to create different planning runs or sessions for each type of freight unit.
  
  
  Review Freight Unit Settings: Check the settings and configurations for the freight units in question. Make sure that the freight units are correctly classified as controlled or uncontrolled based on your business requirements.
  
  
  Adjust Planning Parameters: If necessary, adjust the planning parameters or constraints for the controlled freight units to allow for more flexibility, if that aligns with your business processes.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on freight unit planning and the specific configurations that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration of your SAP TM system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP TM Documentation: Review the official SAP Transportation Management documentation for detailed information on freight unit planning and classifications.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that can help you analyze and manage freight units, such as /SCMTMS/FU for freight unit management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and continue with your planning activities in SAP TM.