How To Fix DGA502 - Assignment of mode-of-transport category &1 is not permitted

DGA502 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 502

• Message text: Assignment of mode-of-transport category &1 is not permitted

What causes this issue?

You attempted to assign a <DS:DE.ADGE_COLL_MOT>collective
mode-of-transport category</> to another collective mode-of-transport
category. However, collective mode-of-transport categories cannot be
nested within each other.

System Response

The system does not allow the assignment.

How to fix this error?

Select a different mode-of-transport category other than &V1& or check
the definition of the mode-of-transport category &V1& in the IMG
activity <DS:SIMG.GGA_200_100_170>Specify Mode-of-Transport Category</>.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DGA502 - Assignment of mode-of-transport category &1 is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message DGA502, which states "Assignment of mode-of-transport category &1 is not permitted," typically occurs in the context of transportation management or logistics within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a specific mode of transport category in the system, which is not allowed due to configuration or data integrity issues.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The mode of transport category may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the customizing settings for transportation management.
  Incompatible Transport Modes: The mode of transport being assigned may not be compatible with the specific logistics scenario or business process being executed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to assign the specified mode of transport category.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to transport modes, such as missing or incorrect entries in the