How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES484 - HBL or HAWB &1 is finalized; freight unit &2 cannot be assigned

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 484

• Message text: HBL or HAWB &1 is finalized; freight unit &2 cannot be assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES484 - HBL or HAWB &1 is finalized; freight unit &2 cannot be assigned ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES484 indicates that a House Bill of Lading (HBL) or House Air Waybill (HAWB) has been finalized, and as a result, the associated freight unit cannot be assigned. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to assign a freight unit to a finalized document.
  Cause:
  
  Finalization of HBL/HAWB: The primary cause of this error is that the HBL or HAWB has already been finalized. Once finalized, these documents are typically locked for further changes, including the assignment of freight units.
  Data Integrity: The system enforces data integrity rules to prevent changes to finalized documents, which can lead to inconsistencies in the transportation process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the HBL or HAWB. If it is finalized, you will not be able to assign any freight units to it. You may need to unfinalize the document if your business process allows for it.
  Unfinalize Document: If your business process permits, you can unfinalize the HBL or HAWB. This typically requires specific authorizations and may involve navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP TM to change the status.
  Create New Document: If unfinalizing is not an option, consider creating a new HBL or HAWB that can be assigned to the freight unit.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific steps on how to handle finalized documents in your version of SAP TM.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context on handling finalized documents.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify or unfinalize documents in the system.
  Business Process Review: It may be beneficial to review your business processes to ensure that the finalization of HBLs and HAWBs aligns with your operational needs and that users are aware of the implications of finalizing these documents.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.