How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ342 - Weight of &1 exceeds allowable weight of &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 342

• Message text: Weight of &1 exceeds allowable weight of &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ342 - Weight of &1 exceeds allowable weight of &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ342 Weight of &1 exceeds allowable weight of &2 typically occurs in the context of Transportation Management (TM) when the weight of a shipment or transportation request exceeds the defined limits for a specific vehicle or transportation resource.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Weight Limits: The primary cause of this error is that the total weight of the items being shipped exceeds the maximum allowable weight for the selected transportation resource (e.g., truck, container).
  Incorrect Configuration: The weight limits for the transportation resource may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry for the weight of the items or the configuration of the transportation resource.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Weight Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the transportation resource in SAP TM. Ensure that the maximum weight limit is set correctly.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP TM to verify the weight limits for the vehicle or resource.
  
  
  
  Adjust Shipment Weight:
  
  If the weight of the items is indeed too high, consider adjusting the shipment by either reducing the quantity of items being shipped or splitting the shipment into multiple loads that comply with the weight limits.
  
  
  
  Review Item Weights:
  
  Check the individual weights of the items in the shipment. Ensure that they are entered correctly in the system and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing transportation resources and weight limits.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PRT to manage transportation resources or /SCMTMS/SH for shipment management.
  Weight Units: Ensure that the weight units (e.g., kilograms, pounds) are consistent across the system to avoid discrepancies.
  Customizing Settings: Check the customizing settings in SPRO under the Transportation Management section to ensure that all parameters related to weight limits are correctly defined.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your transportation requests comply with the defined weight limits.