How To Fix /SCTM/OCB_EDI121 - Change of vessel within confirmation of booking order &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/OCB_EDI -

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Change of vessel within confirmation of booking order &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/OCB_EDI121 - Change of vessel within confirmation of booking order &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/OCB_EDI121 Change of vessel within confirmation of booking order &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an attempt to change the vessel associated with a booking order that has already been confirmed. This error is related to the EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) process, particularly in the context of shipping and logistics.
  Cause:
  
  Vessel Change Attempt: The primary cause of this error is an attempt to change the vessel for a booking order that has already been confirmed. In many logistics scenarios, once a booking is confirmed, the associated details (including the vessel) are locked to prevent inconsistencies in the shipping process.
  EDI Message Processing: The error may also arise during the processing of EDI messages where the system detects that a change in the vessel is being attempted after confirmation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Booking Order: Check the booking order referenced in the error message (&1). Ensure that the vessel details are correct and that you are not trying to change the vessel after the order has been confirmed.
  Cancel and Recreate: If a change in the vessel is necessary, you may need to cancel the existing booking order and create a new one with the correct vessel information.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines regarding the handling of booking orders and vessel changes to ensure compliance with business processes.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists or if you believe the change should be allowed, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling vessel changes in booking orders.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that may help you manage booking orders and EDI messages (e.g., /SCTM/OCB for booking management).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to make the change has the necessary authorizations to modify booking orders and that the system settings allow for such changes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and understand the implications of changing vessel information in confirmed booking orders within SAP TM.