How To Fix /SCMTMS/SCH012 - &1 is already planned and has therefore been ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SCH -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: &1 is already planned and has therefore been ignored

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH012 - &1 is already planned and has therefore been ignored ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH012 &1 is already planned and has therefore been ignored typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that a specific transportation requirement or shipment has already been planned, and as a result, the system is ignoring the new planning request for that same requirement or shipment.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Planning: The most common cause of this error is that the transportation requirement or shipment has already been processed or planned in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The same requirement is being planned multiple times.
  There is a concurrent planning attempt by different users or processes.
  The planning process was triggered again for an already planned shipment.
  
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP TM system that prevent re-planning of already planned shipments.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Plans: Review the existing transportation requirements or shipments to confirm if the item in question has already been planned. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP TM to view planned shipments or requirements.
  Checking the status of the shipment or requirement to see if it is already in a planned state.
  
  
  
  Avoid Duplicate Planning: Ensure that the planning process is not being triggered multiple times for the same requirement. This may involve:
  
  Implementing checks in the planning process to prevent duplicate submissions.
  Coordinating with team members to avoid concurrent planning attempts.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Logic: If necessary, adjust the planning logic or configuration settings in SAP TM to allow for re-planning under certain conditions, if that is a business requirement.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your planning process to catch this error and provide meaningful feedback to users, guiding them on how to proceed.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling it.
  Documentation: Review the SAP TM documentation for details on planning processes and how to manage transportation requirements effectively.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups to see if others have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP TM for further investigation and resolution.