How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES480 - Status set to "Not Finalized" for HBL or HAWB &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 480

• Message text: Status set to "Not Finalized" for HBL or HAWB &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES480 - Status set to "Not Finalized" for HBL or HAWB &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES480 indicates that the status of a House Bill of Lading (HBL) or House Air Waybill (HAWB) is set to "Not Finalized." This typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when certain conditions or requirements have not been met for the document to be finalized.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Data: Required fields or data may be missing in the HBL or HAWB.
  Pending Approvals: The document may be awaiting approval from relevant stakeholders.
  Validation Errors: There may be validation rules that have not been satisfied, preventing the finalization of the document.
  Status Dependencies: The status of related documents (like shipments or deliveries) may not be finalized, which can affect the status of the HBL or HAWB.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in SAP TM that dictate when a document can be finalized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Required Fields: Review the HBL or HAWB for any missing mandatory fields and complete them.
  Review Approval Workflow: Ensure that all necessary approvals have been obtained. If there are pending approvals, follow up with the relevant parties.
  Validate Data: Check for any validation errors or warnings in the document. Correct any issues identified.
  Check Related Documents: Ensure that all related documents (like shipments or deliveries) are in a finalized state. If they are not, address those issues first.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP TM configuration team to review the settings that govern the finalization of HBLs and HAWBs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/HAWB or /SCMTMS/HBL to access and review the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP TM documentation for detailed information on the processes and requirements for finalizing HBLs and HAWBs.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.