How To Fix /SCTM/TMMD_UI156 - Schedule &1: same stop appears twice in the stop sequence

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/TMMD_UI -

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Schedule &1: same stop appears twice in the stop sequence

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/TMMD_UI156 - Schedule &1: same stop appears twice in the stop sequence ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/TMMD_UI156 indicates that there is a problem with the schedule you are trying to create or modify in the Transportation Management (TM) module. Specifically, the error states that the same stop appears twice in the stop sequence of the schedule. This can lead to confusion in the transportation planning process, as each stop in a schedule should be unique.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the schedule you are working with has duplicate stops. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual entry errors where the same stop is added more than once.
  Data import issues where the same stop is inadvertently included multiple times.
  Incorrect configuration or logic in the planning process that leads to the same stop being generated multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Schedule: Check the stop sequence in the schedule you are trying to create or modify. Look for any duplicate entries of stops.
  
  
  Remove Duplicates: If you find that a stop is listed more than once, remove the duplicate entry. Ensure that each stop in the sequence is unique.
  
  
  Validate Data Entry: If you are entering stops manually, ensure that you have a process in place to validate the entries before saving the schedule.
  
  
  Check Data Imports: If the schedule is being generated from an import, review the source data to ensure that it does not contain duplicates.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly configure and manage stops in schedules.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, try to save or process the schedule again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might 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 users involved in creating or managing schedules are trained on the correct procedures to avoid such errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your transportation schedules in SAP TM.