How To Fix /SCMTMS/SCH249 - Error while saving; check messages

/SCMTMS/SCH249 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SCH -

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Error while saving; check messages

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH249 - Error while saving; check messages ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH249 Error while saving; check messages typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue during the saving process of a transportation-related document, such as a transportation request, shipment, or other related objects.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Validation Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data in the fields that are required for saving the document.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the Transportation Management module can lead to errors.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the save operation.
  System Errors: There could be temporary system issues or inconsistencies in the database.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or user exits, they might be causing the error during the save process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Messages: The error message suggests checking for additional messages. Look for any detailed error messages in the application log (transaction SLG1) or in the message log that can provide