How To Fix /SAPAPO/OO_VSVM016 - Only passive means of transport are allowed; MTr &1 is active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OO_VSVM -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Only passive means of transport are allowed; MTr &1 is active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_VSVM016 - Only passive means of transport are allowed; MTr &1 is active ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_VSVM016 indicates that there is an issue with the transportation mode being used in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, the error states that only passive means of transport are allowed, but the specified means of transport (MTr) is currently active.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in scenarios where the system expects a passive transportation mode (e.g., a transportation mode that is not actively used for planning or execution) but encounters an active transportation mode instead. This can happen due to:
  
  Configuration Issues: The transportation mode may be incorrectly configured in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The means of transport may have been incorrectly set up in the master data, leading to it being marked as active when it should not be.
  Planning Scenario: The planning scenario may require only passive means of transport, and the active one is not compatible with the current planning context.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transportation Mode Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for transportation modes in SAP APO.
  Ensure that the transportation mode in question is set up correctly and is marked as passive if that is the requirement.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the means of transport (MTr) that is causing the error.
  Verify if it is marked as active and if it should be passive instead. If it should be passive, update the settings accordingly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Parameters:
  
  Review the planning parameters and settings in the relevant planning book or data view.
  Ensure that the planning scenario is set up to allow for the correct types of transportation modes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the transportation mode settings and their implications in the planning process.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the planning run again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to transportation management and APO configuration, such as /SAPAPO/TP for transportation planning.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.