How To Fix /SCMTMS/SFIR222 - You cannot cancel a posting for a freight order in this posting status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SFIR -

• Message number: 222

• Message text: You cannot cancel a posting for a freight order in this posting status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR222 - You cannot cancel a posting for a freight order in this posting status ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR222 indicates that you are trying to cancel a posting for a freight order that is in a status that does not allow for cancellation. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when certain conditions or statuses of the freight order prevent the cancellation of a posting.
  Cause:
  
  Posting Status: The freight order is in a status that does not permit cancellation. For example, if the freight order has already been invoiced or if it is in a status that indicates it has been completed or finalized, the system will not allow you to cancel the posting.
  Business Logic: The business process may dictate that once certain actions have been taken (like invoicing or delivery), the order cannot be modified or canceled to maintain data integrity.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in your SAP system that restrict the cancellation of postings based on the status of the freight order.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Status: Review the current status of the freight order. You can do this by navigating to the freight order in the SAP TM interface and checking its status. If it is in a completed or invoiced state, you will not be able to cancel the posting.
  Revert Actions: If the freight order is in a status that allows for it, you may need to revert any actions that have been taken (e.g., reversing an invoice) before you can cancel the posting.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines to understand the specific statuses that allow or disallow cancellations.
  Contact Support: If you believe that the status should allow for cancellation, or if you need to perform a cancellation for business reasons, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP TM for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling freight order postings.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to freight order management in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/FREIGHT_ORDER for managing freight orders.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to perform cancellations on freight orders, as restrictions may also be due to user authorization settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.