How To Fix /SCTM/TMMD_UI160 - Schedule &1: Departure &2 &3 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/TMMD_UI -

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Schedule &1: Departure &2 &3 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/TMMD_UI160 - Schedule &1: Departure &2 &3 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/TMMD_UI160 indicates that there is an attempt to create or schedule a departure that already exists in the system. This error typically arises in the context of transportation management within SAP, particularly when dealing with scheduling and planning of transportation activities.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to create a new schedule for a transportation activity (like a shipment or a delivery) that has the same departure time and other relevant parameters as an existing schedule.
  There may be a duplicate entry in the system for the same transportation request or schedule.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Schedules: 
  
  Review the existing schedules in the system to confirm if a schedule with the same departure time and parameters already exists.
  Use transaction codes like /SCTM/TMMD or relevant reports to view the schedules.
  
  
  
  Modify the New Schedule:
  
  If you find that the schedule you are trying to create is indeed a duplicate, consider modifying the departure time or other parameters to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Delete or Adjust Existing Schedule:
  
  If the existing schedule is no longer needed, you may delete or adjust it to allow for the new schedule to be created.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more details on managing schedules and understanding the specific parameters that may lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify schedules in the system.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP Transportation Management (TM) for managing schedules and transportation requests.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.