How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR154 - Carrier taken over from predecessor document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 154

• Message text: Carrier taken over from predecessor document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR154 - Carrier taken over from predecessor document ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR154 indicates that a carrier has been taken over from a predecessor document in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This typically occurs when there is an attempt to assign a carrier to a transportation order (TO) that has already been assigned to a different carrier in a previous document.
  Cause:
  
  Carrier Assignment Conflict: The transportation order you are trying to work with has already been assigned a carrier from a predecessor document (like a freight order or a previous transportation order).
  Document Flow: The system maintains a document flow, and if a carrier has been assigned in a previous step, it cannot be changed unless certain conditions are met.
  Data Integrity: This error is designed to maintain data integrity and ensure that the transportation process follows the correct sequence.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Predecessor Document: Review the predecessor document to understand which carrier has been assigned and why. You may need to analyze the document flow to see the history of assignments.
  Carrier Reassignment: If you need to change the carrier, you may have to cancel or modify the predecessor document first, depending on your business process and system configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines on handling carrier assignments in TMS.
  System Configuration: Ensure that your system configuration allows for the desired changes. Sometimes, settings in TMS can restrict changes to carrier assignments.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TMS, such as /SCMTMS/TOR for transportation orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to transportation orders and carrier assignments.
  Training and Documentation: Review any training materials or documentation provided by your organization regarding the use of SAP TMS, as they may contain specific procedures for handling carrier assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and proceed with your transportation management tasks.