How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV784 - TU container &1 has already departed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 784

• Message text: TU container &1 has already departed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV784 - TU container &1 has already departed ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV784 indicates that a Transportation Unit (TU) container has already departed, which means that the system is trying to perform an operation on a TU that is no longer available for processing because it has already been marked as departed.
  Cause:
  
  Status Change: The TU has been marked as "departed" in the system, which typically means that it has left the warehouse or the loading dock.
  Timing Issues: There may be a timing issue where the system is trying to process an action on the TU after it has already been updated to a departed status.
  User Error: An attempt to perform an operation (like receiving or modifying) on a TU that is no longer in an appropriate status for that action.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check TU Status: Verify the current status of the TU in the system. You can do this by navigating to the TU management screen and checking the status of the specific TU.
  Review Logs: Look at the system logs or change logs to understand when and why the TU was marked as departed. This can help identify if there was an unexpected change.
  Correct Action: If you need to perform an action on the TU, ensure that it is appropriate for its current status. If the TU needs to be modified or received, you may need to reverse the departure status if your business process allows for it.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling TUs and their statuses.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause or solution, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP SCM (Supply Chain Management): This error is related to the SAP Supply Chain Management module, specifically in the context of warehouse management and transportation.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/TO for handling transfer orders or /SCWM/TU for managing transportation units.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to perform actions on TUs, as restrictions may lead to errors.
  System Configuration: Check if there are any custom configurations or enhancements in your SAP system that might affect TU processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and understand the context in which it occurs.