How To Fix /SCMB/TMSRES012 - You cannot use handling equipment group &1 for TU resource &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TMSRES -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: You cannot use handling equipment group &1 for TU resource &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TMSRES012 - You cannot use handling equipment group &1 for TU resource &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TMSRES012 indicates that there is an issue with the handling equipment group being used for a Transportation Unit (TU) resource. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Transportation Management (TM) when there is a mismatch or configuration issue related to handling equipment.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The handling equipment group specified in the system is not compatible with the Transportation Unit resource. This could be due to incorrect settings in the configuration of handling equipment groups or Transportation Unit resources.
  Missing Assignments: The handling equipment group may not be assigned to the Transportation Unit resource in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to handling equipment or Transportation Units.
  Incorrect Usage: The handling equipment group may not be intended for use with the specific type of Transportation Unit resource.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for handling equipment groups and ensure that the group is correctly defined and compatible with the Transportation Unit resource.
  Verify that the handling equipment group is assigned to the correct Transportation Unit resource.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for both the handling equipment group and the Transportation Unit resource to ensure that they are correctly set up.
  Ensure that the handling equipment group is active and properly maintained in the system.
  
  
  
  Adjust Assignments:
  
  If the handling equipment group is not assigned to the Transportation Unit resource, you may need to create or adjust the assignment in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to handling equipment and Transportation Management to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by attempting to use the handling equipment group with the Transportation Unit resource again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as /SCMB/TMSRES to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.