How To Fix /SCMTMS/SCH171 - Departure rule stage &1 is inconsistent; check input data and master data

/SCMTMS/SCH171 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SCH -

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Departure rule stage &1 is inconsistent; check input data and master data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH171 - Departure rule stage &1 is inconsistent; check input data and master data ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH171 Departure rule stage &1 is inconsistent; check input data and master data typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an inconsistency in the departure rule configuration or the associated master data. This error can arise during planning or execution processes when the system encounters issues with the defined rules for transportation stages.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Master Data: The master data related to the transportation stages, such as locations, transportation lanes, or vehicles, may not be correctly defined or may be missing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The departure rules themselves may be incorrectly configured, leading to inconsistencies in how the system interprets the rules.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the input data used for planning, such as incorrect dates, times, or other parameters that do not align with the defined rules.
  Missing Dependencies: Certain dependencies or prerequisites for the departure rule may not be met,