How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ490 - A default route exists. Do you really want to create a freight document?

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 490

• Message text: A default route exists. Do you really want to create a freight document?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ490 - A default route exists. Do you really want to create a freight document? ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ490 indicates that there is already a default route defined for the transportation request you are trying to process. This message is a warning that prompts you to confirm whether you want to proceed with creating a freight document despite the existence of a default route.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Default Route: The primary cause of this error is that the system has identified a default route for the transportation request. This means that there is already a predefined route that the system expects to be used for the transportation of goods.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module may have been set up to enforce the use of default routes for certain types of transportation requests.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Default Route: Before proceeding, review the existing default route to ensure it is appropriate for the transportation request you are processing. You can do this by checking the route determination settings in the SAP TM module.
  Confirm Creation: If you are sure that you want to create a freight document despite the existing default route, you can confirm the action when prompted by the system. This will allow you to proceed with the creation of the freight document.
  Modify the Route: If the existing default route is not suitable, you may need to modify the transportation request to either change the route or remove the default route if it is not needed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to transportation management for more detailed guidance on route determination and freight document creation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP TM Configuration: Understanding how routes are determined in SAP TM can help you manage transportation requests more effectively. Familiarize yourself with the route determination process and the criteria used to set default routes.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify transportation requests and routes in the SAP system.
  SAP Notes and Support: If you encounter persistent issues or if the behavior seems incorrect, consider checking SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and proceed with your transportation request as needed.