How To Fix /SCMB/TMSRES172 - Vehicle Type &1 with compartment profile &2 must not be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TMSRES -

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Vehicle Type &1 with compartment profile &2 must not be used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TMSRES172 - Vehicle Type &1 with compartment profile &2 must not be used ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TMSRES172 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of vehicle types and compartment profiles in the Transportation Management System (TMS) within SAP. Specifically, the error states that a certain vehicle type (denoted by &1) with a specific compartment profile (denoted by &2) is not allowed to be used in the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The vehicle type and compartment profile may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to incorrect settings in the vehicle master data or compartment profile settings.
  Incompatibility: The combination of the vehicle type and compartment profile may not be compatible with the transportation requirements or the specific transportation scenario being processed.
  Business Rules: There may be business rules or constraints defined in the system that prevent the use of this particular combination for certain types of shipments or routes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Vehicle Master Data: Review the configuration of the vehicle type in the vehicle master data. Ensure that the vehicle type is correctly defined and that it is assigned the appropriate compartment profile.
  Review Compartment Profile: Check the compartment profile settings to ensure that it is compatible with the vehicle type and that it meets the requirements for the intended transportation scenario.
  Adjust Business Rules: If there are specific business rules that restrict the use of this combination, consider adjusting those rules if they are too restrictive or if the business process has changed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or configuration guides related to TMS and vehicle management to ensure that all settings are correctly applied.
  Testing: After making any changes, perform testing to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the vehicle type and compartment profile can be used as intended.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as /SCMB/TMS for Transportation Management settings or VEHICLE for vehicle master data maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and business rules, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.