How To Fix /SCMTMS/TM_VALIDATE534 - &1, stage &2: Transportation ends after unloading starts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TM_VALIDATE -

• Message number: 534

• Message text: &1, stage &2: Transportation ends after unloading starts

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TM_VALIDATE534 - &1, stage &2: Transportation ends after unloading starts ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TM_VALIDATE534 indicates that there is a validation issue in the Transportation Management (TM) module. Specifically, the message states that "Transportation ends after unloading starts," which typically means that the system has detected a logical inconsistency in the transportation process.
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs when the transportation process is not correctly defined in terms of its timing. It suggests that the unloading phase of the transportation is being recorded or planned to start before the transportation itself has been completed. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Time Settings: The planned unloading time is set to occur before the planned transportation end time.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entries in the transportation planning process may have incorrect timestamps.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the transportation stages are configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Time Settings:
  
  Review the planned start and end times for both the transportation and unloading stages. Ensure that the unloading start time is set to occur after the transportation end time.
  
  
  
  Review Transportation Order:
  
  Look at the transportation order details to ensure that all stages are correctly defined and that there are no overlaps in timing.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Entries:
  
  If there are manual entries that are causing the issue, correct them to ensure that the unloading does not start before the transportation ends.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP TM configuration team to ensure that the transportation stages are set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the transportation process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP TM documentation for best practices in defining transportation processes and stages.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to prevent it from occurring in the future.