How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES490 - HBL or HAWB is drawn for freight unit; action is not possible for item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 490

• Message text: HBL or HAWB is drawn for freight unit; action is not possible for item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES490 - HBL or HAWB is drawn for freight unit; action is not possible for item ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES490 indicates that a House Bill of Lading (HBL) or House Air Waybill (HAWB) has been created for a freight unit, and as a result, certain actions cannot be performed on that freight unit or its items. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to modify or delete a freight unit that is already associated with a shipping document.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Shipping Document: The primary cause of this error is that the freight unit is already linked to an HBL or HAWB. This means that the system has already processed the freight unit for shipment, and any changes to the freight unit or its items are restricted to maintain data integrity.
  Status of Freight Unit: The freight unit may be in a status that does not allow for modifications, such as being in a completed or closed state.
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules configured in the system that prevent changes to freight units that have associated shipping documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Status: Verify the status of the freight unit. If it is in a completed or closed state, you may need to reverse or cancel the shipping document before making changes.
  Review HBL/HAWB: Check the details of the HBL or HAWB associated with the freight unit. If changes are necessary, consider whether you can modify the shipping document instead of the freight unit.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or configuration settings related to freight units and shipping documents to understand the restrictions in place.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like /SCMTMS/FU for freight units) to view and manage freight units and their associated documents.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Transaction Logs: Review transaction logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context on the issue.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform actions on freight units and associated shipping documents.
  Training and Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the SAP TM module and its functionalities to better understand how freight units and shipping documents interact.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.