How To Fix DGA500 - Mode-of-transport cat. &1 functions as a collective mode-of-trans. cat.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DGA - DG: Messages for Dangerous Goods Management (A)

• Message number: 500

• Message text: Mode-of-transport cat. &1 functions as a collective mode-of-trans. cat.

What causes this issue?

You attempted to delete the assignment of the mode-of-transport category
&V1& to the <DS:DE.EHS_ADGE_BASE_MOT>base mode-of-transport category</>
<ZK>07 (collective mode-of-transport category)</>. However, other
mode-of-transport categories are assigned to the mode-of-transport
category &V1& in the IMG activity <DS:SIMG.GGA_200_100_175>Specify
Collective Mode-of-Transport Categories</>.

System Response

You cannot delete the assignment to the base mode-of-transport category
<ZK>07 collective mode-of-transport category</> as long as the
mode-of-transport category &V1& is functioning as a
<DS:DE.ADGE_COLL_MOT>collective mode-of-transport category</>.

How to fix this error?

Delete the assignment of the other mode-of-transport categories to the
mode-of-transport category &V1& in the IMG activity <ZK>Specify
Collective Mode-of-Transport Categories</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DGA500 - Mode-of-transport cat. &1 functions as a collective mode-of-trans. cat. ?

  The SAP error message DGA500 indicates that there is an issue with the mode of transport category in the system. This error typically arises when the system is trying to process a transport request or a related function, and it encounters a mode of transport that is defined as a collective mode of transport category.
  Cause:
  The error message DGA500 usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The mode of transport category is not configured correctly in the system. It may be set as a collective mode of transport, which is not suitable for the operation being performed.
  
  
  Transport Request Issues: The transport request may be trying to use a mode of transport that is not compatible with the specific operation or request type.
  
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to the specified mode of transport.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DGA500 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SPRO transaction (Customizing) and navigate to the relevant settings for modes of transport.
  Ensure that the mode of transport category is correctly defined and is not set as a collective mode of transport if it should not be.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Request:
  
  Check the transport request that is causing the error. Ensure that it is using the correct mode of transport.
  If necessary, create a new transport request with the appropriate settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the actions related to the transport request and mode of transport.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user roles are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on modes of transport and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE09 (Transport Organizer) or SE10 (Transport Organizer) to manage transport requests.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarize yourself with TMS settings and configurations, as they play a crucial role in transport management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DGA500 error and implement a suitable solution.