How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL316 - Vehicle change not possible; remove original vehicle first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL -

• Message number: 316

• Message text: Vehicle change not possible; remove original vehicle first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL316 - Vehicle change not possible; remove original vehicle first ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL316 Vehicle change not possible; remove original vehicle first typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when you are trying to change the vehicle assigned to a transportation order or a shipment, but the system detects that there is already a vehicle assigned.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Vehicle Assignment: The primary cause of this error is that there is already a vehicle assigned to the transportation order or shipment, and the system does not allow you to change the vehicle without first removing the existing one.
  Data Integrity Rules: SAP TM has built-in data integrity rules to prevent inconsistencies in transportation planning and execution. Changing vehicles without proper removal can lead to issues in tracking and managing transportation resources.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Remove the Existing Vehicle:
  
  Navigate to the transportation order or shipment where the error occurred.
  Locate the section where the vehicle is assigned.
  Remove the existing vehicle assignment. This may involve selecting the vehicle and using a "Remove" or "Delete" option.
  
  
  
  Assign the New Vehicle:
  
  After successfully removing the original vehicle, you can now assign the new vehicle to the transportation order or shipment.
  Ensure that the new vehicle meets all necessary criteria and is available for assignment.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the changes, save the transportation order or shipment to ensure that the new vehicle assignment is recorded.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/ORDER for transportation orders or /SCMTMS/SHIPMENT for shipments.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify vehicle assignments in the system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific procedures related to vehicle management in SAP TM.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you encounter additional errors, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully change the vehicle assignment in SAP TM.