How To Fix /SCMTMS/VSS_ENGINE061 - The sorting of the freight orders or transportation units is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/VSS_ENGINE -

• Message number: 061

• Message text: The sorting of the freight orders or transportation units is inconsistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_ENGINE061 - The sorting of the freight orders or transportation units is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_ENGINE061 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the sorting of freight orders or transportation units within the SAP Transportation Management System (TM). This error typically arises during the planning or execution of transportation processes when the system expects a certain order or sequence that is not being met.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The freight orders or transportation units may not be sorted correctly based on the criteria defined in the system (e.g., by priority, date, or other attributes).
  Manual Changes: If users manually change the order of freight orders or transportation units, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the transportation management system can lead to sorting issues.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be underlying data integrity issues in the database that affect how the system processes and sorts freight orders or transportation units.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Sorting Criteria: Review the sorting criteria defined in the system for freight orders and transportation units. Ensure that they are set up correctly and consistently.
  Re-sort Freight Orders/Transportation Units: If possible, re-sort the freight orders or transportation units manually or through a system function to restore consistency.
  Review Manual Changes: If there have been recent manual changes to the freight orders or transportation units, review these changes to ensure they do not violate the expected sorting order.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks in the SAP TM system to identify and resolve any underlying data integrity issues.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for specific guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a deeper configuration issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches and updates.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to transportation management, such as /SCMTMS/ORDER for managing freight orders.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the inconsistency.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.