How To Fix /SCMTMS/SCH056 - Copying is not possible; more than two intermediate stops defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SCH -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Copying is not possible; more than two intermediate stops defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH056 - Copying is not possible; more than two intermediate stops defined ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH056 indicates that there is an issue with the transportation scheduling in the SAP Transportation Management System (TM). Specifically, it means that the system has detected more than two intermediate stops defined for a transportation route, which is not allowed in the current configuration.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A transportation route has been defined with more than two intermediate stops.
  The system settings or configuration restrict the number of intermediate stops to a maximum of two.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Transportation Route:
  
  Check the transportation route that you are trying to use. Ensure that it does not have more than two intermediate stops defined.
  If there are more than two intermediate stops, you will need to modify the route to comply with the system's restrictions.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Route Configuration:
  
  If your business process requires more than two intermediate stops, you may need to review the configuration settings in SAP TM.
  Consult with your SAP TM configuration team to see if the maximum number of intermediate stops can be increased, if necessary.
  
  
  
  Create a New Route:
  
  If modifying the existing route is not feasible, consider creating a new transportation route that adheres to the two-intermediate-stop limit.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Logic:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements in your SAP TM system, ensure that they are not affecting the route definition or causing this restriction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to transportation routes and scheduling to understand the limitations and best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transportation planning process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in transportation planning are trained on the limitations and configurations of the SAP TM system to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCMTMS/SCH056 and successfully manage your transportation routes within SAP TM.