How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ846 - Action not possible; at least one assigned document is in execution

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 846

• Message text: Action not possible; at least one assigned document is in execution

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ846 - Action not possible; at least one assigned document is in execution ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ846 Action not possible; at least one assigned document is in execution typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the action you are trying to perform cannot be completed because at least one of the documents (such as a transportation request, shipment, or other related documents) that you are trying to process is currently in execution. 
  Cause:
  
  
  Document in Execution: The primary cause of this error is that one or more of the documents associated with the action you are trying to perform are currently being processed or executed in the system. This could be due to:
  
  A transportation request that is being planned or executed.
  A shipment that is currently being processed.
  Any other related document that is locked for processing.
  
  
  
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If a document is being processed, it is locked, and other actions cannot be performed on it until the processing is complete.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Status: 
  
  Review the status of the documents associated with your action. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP TM and checking the status of the transportation requests or shipments.
  Ensure that no documents are currently in execution.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion: If you find that a document is indeed in execution, you may need to wait until the processing is complete. Once the document is no longer being processed, you should be able to perform the desired action.
  
  
  Release Locks: If you believe that the document should not be in execution or if it is stuck, you may need to investigate further:
  
  Check for any background jobs that might be processing the document.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis team to see if they can release any locks on the document.
  
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the error logs or transaction logs for any additional information that might indicate why the document is still in execution.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific version of SAP TM you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/PRT for transportation requests or /SCMTMS/SH for shipments, to monitor the status of documents.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions you are attempting, as sometimes authorization issues can also lead to similar error messages.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.