How To Fix /SCMTMS/TEND340 - Cannot confirm document; sent data has already been changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TEND -

• Message number: 340

• Message text: Cannot confirm document; sent data has already been changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND340 - Cannot confirm document; sent data has already been changed ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND340 indicates that there is an issue with confirming a document in the Transportation Management System (TMS). The specific message "Cannot confirm document; sent data has already been changed" suggests that the data being sent for confirmation has been modified since it was last retrieved or processed, leading to a conflict.
  Causes:
  
  Data Modification: The document or data you are trying to confirm has been altered by another process or user after it was initially retrieved for confirmation.
  Concurrency Issues: Multiple users or processes may be trying to access and modify the same document simultaneously, leading to inconsistencies.
  Incomplete Data: The data being sent for confirmation may not match the current state of the document in the system.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the TMS or related modules that affect how data is handled.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Refresh Data: Before attempting to confirm the document again, refresh the data to ensure you are working with the most current version. This may involve re-fetching the document or reloading the relevant transaction.
  Check for Changes: Investigate if any other users or processes have modified the document. You may need to communicate with team members to understand if changes were made.
  Review Logs: Check system logs or change logs to identify what changes were made to the document and by whom. This can help in understanding the conflict.
  Retry Confirmation: After ensuring that you have the latest data, attempt to confirm the document again.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TMS, such as /SCMTMS/PRC for processing transportation requests or /SCMTMS/TEND for managing transportation documents.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to access and modify the documents in question.
  System Updates: Keep your SAP system updated with the latest patches and updates, as these may resolve known issues related to document handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and successfully confirm the document in SAP TMS.