How To Fix /SCMTMS/SCH308 - &1 departures can be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SCH -

• Message number: 308

• Message text: &1 departures can be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH308 - &1 departures can be deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH308 &1 departures can be deleted typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This message indicates that there are certain departures (which could be related to transportation orders, shipments, or other logistics processes) that can be deleted from the system.
  Cause:
  
  Unassigned Departures: The departures may not be linked to any active transportation orders or shipments.
  Completed or Canceled Orders: The departures might be associated with transportation orders that have already been completed or canceled.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead the system to determine that these departures are no longer needed.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the transportation management module could lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Departures: Check the list of departures that are flagged for deletion. Ensure that they are indeed unassigned or no longer needed.
  Delete Departures: If the departures are confirmed to be unnecessary, you can proceed to delete them from the system.
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or linked objects that might be affected by the deletion of these departures.
  Data Cleanup: If the error is due to data integrity issues, consider running data consistency checks or cleanup processes in the TM module.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of TM you are using for any additional guidance or known issues.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the implications of deleting the departures, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/ORDER for managing transportation orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide patches and updates.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to delete departures in the system.
  Testing: If you are working in a production environment, consider testing the deletion process in a development or quality assurance environment first to avoid unintended consequences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and manage the departures effectively within your SAP TM system.