How To Fix /DSD/RP_MESSAGE211 - Object is not a trailer (vehicle type & in vehicle master)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /DSD/RP_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Object is not a trailer (vehicle type & in vehicle master)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /DSD/RP_MESSAGE211 - Object is not a trailer (vehicle type & in vehicle master) ?

  The SAP error message /DSD/RP_MESSAGE211 indicates that there is an issue with the vehicle master data in the context of the SAP Direct Store Delivery (DSD) module. Specifically, the error states that the object in question is not recognized as a trailer, even though it is expected to be one based on the vehicle type specified.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Vehicle Type Configuration: The vehicle type defined in the vehicle master data may not be set up correctly. For example, if the system expects a trailer type but the vehicle type is set to something else (like a truck), this error will occur.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The vehicle master data may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained, leading to the system not recognizing the vehicle as a trailer.
  Data Entry Errors: There may have been a mistake during data entry, such as selecting the wrong vehicle type or not filling in required fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vehicle Master Data:
  
  Go to the vehicle master data in SAP and verify the vehicle type assigned to the vehicle in question.
  Ensure that the vehicle type is correctly set to a trailer type. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., V_TV_TY for vehicle types) and checking the configuration.
  
  
  
  Correct Vehicle Type:
  
  If the vehicle type is incorrect, update it to the appropriate trailer type. This may involve changing the vehicle type in the master data or creating a new entry if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for vehicle types in the SAP system to ensure that the trailer types are correctly defined and that they meet the requirements of the DSD module.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the vehicle master data to identify any discrepancies or missing information that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on maintaining vehicle master data and the requirements for trailer types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OVT0 (for vehicle types) or V_TV_TY (for vehicle master data) to access and modify the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit vehicle master data in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /DSD/RP_MESSAGE211 and ensure that the vehicle master data is correctly configured for your DSD processes.