/SCMTMS/PLN_SC_BOOK004 - Provide an order or delivery document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_SC_BOOK -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Provide an order or delivery document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_SC_BOOK004 - Provide an order or delivery document ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_SC_BOOK004 typically indicates that a planning or booking process in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) system requires a reference to an order or delivery document, but none has been provided. This error can occur during various processes, such as creating a transportation request, planning a shipment, or executing a booking.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Document: The most common cause is that the system expects a reference to an order (like a sales order or purchase order) or a delivery document (like a delivery note) to be specified, but it has not been provided.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the TM settings that do not allow the system to recognize the relevant documents.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required document reference during the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Provide the Required Document: Ensure that you are entering a valid order or delivery document number in the relevant field when creating or processing the transportation request or shipment.
  Check Document Status: Verify that the order or delivery document you are trying to reference is in a valid status and is not blocked or deleted.
  Review Configuration: If you are consistently encountering this error, review the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that the system is set up correctly to recognize and process the relevant documents.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the transaction you are working with, as there may be additional requirements or steps needed.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert to diagnose and resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that may be related to the process you are working on (e.g., /SCMTMS/PLN_SC_BOOK for booking).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access and process the required documents in SAP TM.
  
  By addressing the missing document reference and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transportation management tasks.