How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES166 - Optimizer solution canceled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 166

• Message text: Optimizer solution canceled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES166 - Optimizer solution canceled ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES166 with the description "Optimizer solution canceled" typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the optimization process for transportation planning is interrupted or fails to complete successfully. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Resources: The optimization process may require more memory or processing power than is available, leading to a cancellation.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the optimization profile or transportation planning settings can lead to failures.
  Data Issues: Incomplete or incorrect master data (e.g., transportation lanes, freight units) can cause the optimizer to fail.
  Time Constraints: If the optimization process takes too long, it may be canceled due to timeouts or user intervention.
  User Intervention: The user may have manually canceled the optimization process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Resources: Ensure that the system has adequate memory and processing power. Monitor system performance during the optimization process.
  Review Configuration: Verify the settings in the optimization profile and ensure they are correctly configured for your transportation planning needs.
  Validate Data: Check the master data for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all necessary data is available and properly configured.
  Adjust Time Settings: If timeouts are an issue, consider adjusting the timeout settings for the optimization process.
  Run in Background: If the optimization is resource-intensive, consider running it in the background to avoid manual cancellation.
  Check Logs: Review the application logs and optimization logs for any specific error messages or warnings that can provide more insight into the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Transportation Management documentation for detailed information on optimization settings and best practices.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES166 error in SAP Transportation Management.