How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES587 - Only one delivery date for &1 is allowed when using delivery days for &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 587

• Message text: Only one delivery date for &1 is allowed when using delivery days for &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES587 - Only one delivery date for &1 is allowed when using delivery days for &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES587 indicates that there is an issue with the delivery dates in the Transportation Management System (TMS) when using delivery days for a specific transportation request or shipment. This error typically arises when the system detects multiple delivery dates for a single delivery item, which is not allowed when delivery days are being utilized.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Multiple Delivery Dates: The system has detected more than one delivery date for the same delivery item (e.g., a shipment or transportation request).
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the transportation management settings that allows for multiple delivery dates when only one is expected.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation of transportation requests or shipments can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Delivery Dates:
  
  Review the delivery dates assigned to the relevant delivery item (e.g., shipment or transportation request).
  Ensure that there is only one delivery date assigned. If there are multiple dates, consolidate them into a single date.
  
  
  
  Adjust Delivery Days Configuration:
  
  If you are using delivery days in your configuration, ensure that the settings are correctly defined to allow only one delivery date per delivery item.
  You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to verify the settings in the TMS.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the delivery dates in the relevant documents.
  Ensure that all users are trained on the correct procedures for entering delivery dates to prevent future occurrences.
  
  
  
  Review Related Documents:
  
  Check if there are any related documents (e.g., purchase orders, sales orders) that might be causing conflicts with the delivery dates.
  Ensure that all related documents are aligned with the same delivery date.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PRT (for managing transportation requests) or /SCMTMS/SHM (for managing shipments) to review and edit the relevant documents.
  SAP Help Portal: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Transportation Management and error handling.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.