How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR334 - Execution status cannot be changed (current status &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 334

• Message text: Execution status cannot be changed (current status &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR334 - Execution status cannot be changed (current status &1) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR334 Execution status cannot be changed (current status &1) typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an attempt to change the execution status of a Transportation Order (TO) that is not allowed based on its current status.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by trying to change the status of a Transportation Order to a state that is not permissible given its current status. For example, if a TO is already completed or canceled, you cannot change its status to "in process" or "planned." The specific status indicated by &1 in the error message will provide more context on what the current status is.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Current Status: Review the current status of the Transportation Order. You can do this by navigating to the Transportation Order in the SAP TM interface and checking its details.
  
  
  Understand Status Transitions: Familiarize yourself with the allowed status transitions for Transportation Orders in your SAP TM configuration. This information can usually be found in the documentation or configuration settings for SAP TM.
  
  
  Correct the Action: Based on the current status, determine the appropriate action. If you need to change the status, ensure that the action you are trying to perform is valid for the current status of the TO.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the status transitions, consult the SAP Help Portal or your organization's SAP documentation for guidance on the specific statuses and their allowed transitions.
  
  
  Check for Locks or Dependencies: Sometimes, other processes or locks may prevent a status change. Ensure that there are no ongoing processes that might be affecting the TO.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP TM Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Transportation Management to understand the status management and allowed transitions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that can help you view and manage Transportation Orders.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change the status of Transportation Orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.