How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR_INT249 - Items quantity exceeds total booked quantity.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR_INT -

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Items quantity exceeds total booked quantity.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR_INT249 - Items quantity exceeds total booked quantity. ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR_INT249 Items quantity exceeds total booked quantity typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is a discrepancy between the quantity of items being processed and the total quantity that has been booked for a transportation order or shipment.
  Cause:
  
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is that the quantity of items being added or processed in a transportation order exceeds the quantity that was originally booked. This can happen if:
  
  The user is trying to add more items than what was confirmed in the booking.
  There was a change in the order quantity after the booking was made.
  There are discrepancies between the order and the actual shipment quantities.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to incorrect quantities being entered.
  
  
  System Configuration Issues: Sometimes, configuration settings in SAP TM may not align with the business processes, leading to such errors.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Quantities: Check the booked quantity in the transportation order and compare it with the quantity you are trying to process. Ensure that the quantities match.
  
  
  Adjust the Order: If the quantity needs to be increased, you may need to adjust the original booking or the transportation order to reflect the correct quantities. This may involve:
  
  Modifying the transportation order to match the new quantities.
  Re-booking the transportation order if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check for Changes: Investigate if there have been any changes to the order after the booking was made. If changes were made, ensure that the transportation order is updated accordingly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the handling of transportation orders and quantities.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to check for any configuration issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/TOR for transportation orders, to help navigate and troubleshoot.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to transportation orders.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.