How To Fix /SCMTMS/WBN058 - Cannot enter waybill number; number available only after &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/WBN -

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Cannot enter waybill number; number available only after &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/WBN058 - Cannot enter waybill number; number available only after &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/WBN058 indicates that a waybill number cannot be entered because it is only available after a certain event or condition has been met, which is specified by &1 in the message. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to create or manage transportation documents.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Pre-requisite Not Met: The waybill number is generated only after a specific process or event has occurred, such as the completion of a shipment or the confirmation of a transportation order.
  Incorrect Process Flow: The user may be trying to enter the waybill number at the wrong stage of the transportation process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that dictate when a waybill number can be generated or entered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Process Flow: Ensure that you are following the correct sequence of steps in the transportation management process. Verify that all necessary preceding actions have been completed before attempting to enter the waybill number.
  
  
  Review Documentation: Look at the documentation or guidelines for the specific process you are working on to understand when the waybill number becomes available.
  
  
  System Configuration: If you have access to system configuration, check the settings related to waybill generation. Ensure that the necessary conditions for generating a waybill number are correctly configured.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are adequately trained on the transportation management processes to avoid entering data at incorrect stages.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that pertain to waybill management and shipment processing.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for Transportation Management to understand the lifecycle of transportation documents and the role of waybill numbers.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.