How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR686 - Driver &1 is assigned multiple times to stage from &2 to &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 686

• Message text: Driver &1 is assigned multiple times to stage from &2 to &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR686 - Driver &1 is assigned multiple times to stage from &2 to &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR686 indicates that a driver (or transport vehicle) has been assigned multiple times to a stage in a transportation order. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there are conflicting assignments for the same driver to a specific leg of a transportation route.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Assignments: The driver is assigned to the same transportation stage more than once, which is not allowed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the transportation management system that allow for overlapping assignments.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual errors during the assignment process can lead to the same driver being assigned multiple times.
  System Bugs: In some cases, this could be due to bugs or inconsistencies in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Assignments: Review the transportation order and check the assignments for the driver in question. Ensure that the driver is only assigned once to the specific stage.
  Remove Duplicate Assignments: If you find that the driver is assigned multiple times, remove the duplicate assignments to resolve the conflict.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that they are set up correctly to prevent multiple assignments.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to transportation management for any specific guidelines or updates that may address this issue.
  System Update: If the issue persists and is suspected to be a bug, check for any available updates or patches from SAP that may resolve the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TOR to access transportation orders and review assignments.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and permissions are correctly set up to prevent unauthorized changes to assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.