How To Fix /SCTM/TMMD_UI021 - Route &1 is not marked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/TMMD_UI -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Route &1 is not marked for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/TMMD_UI021 - Route &1 is not marked for deletion ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/TMMD_UI021 Route &1 is not marked for deletion typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when you are trying to delete or modify a route that is not marked for deletion in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Route Status: The route you are trying to delete or modify is still active and has not been flagged for deletion. In SAP TM, routes must be explicitly marked for deletion before they can be removed from the system.
  Dependencies: The route may be linked to other objects (like transportation lanes, shipments, etc.) that prevent it from being deleted.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization restrictions preventing you from marking the route for deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Mark for Deletion:
  
  Navigate to the route in the SAP TM interface.
  Check the status of the route. If it is active, you will need to mark it for deletion.
  Use the appropriate transaction or menu option to mark the route for deletion. This is usually done in the route maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Review any dependencies that may be associated with the route. If the route is being used in active transportation lanes or other processes, you may need to remove those dependencies first.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify or delete routes. If you do not have the required permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the necessary access.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal or your organization's internal documentation for specific instructions on managing routes in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about why the route cannot be deleted.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that you are familiar with the processes for managing routes in SAP TM, as this can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully manage your routes in SAP Transportation Management.