How To Fix /SCMB/TMSRES181 - Vehicle group and type of &1 must not be used for combination resource

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TMSRES -

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Vehicle group and type of &1 must not be used for combination resource

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TMSRES181 - Vehicle group and type of &1 must not be used for combination resource ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TMSRES181 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of vehicle groups and types in the context of combination resources in the SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) module, specifically within the Transportation Management System (TMS).
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  Incompatible Vehicle Group/Type: The vehicle group and type specified for a combination resource are not compatible with the requirements of the transportation planning or execution process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings for vehicle groups and types in the system.
  Resource Assignment: The vehicle group/type assigned to a combination resource may not be valid for the specific transportation scenario being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Vehicle Group and Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for vehicle groups and types in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the vehicle group and type assigned to the combination resource are valid and compatible.
  
  
  
  Review Combination Resource Settings:
  
  Go to the combination resource settings in the TMS.
  Verify that the vehicle group and type are correctly assigned and that they meet the requirements for the combination resource.
  
  
  
  Adjust Resource Assignment:
  
  If the vehicle group/type is not appropriate, consider changing it to a valid combination that aligns with the transportation requirements.
  You may need to create a new vehicle group/type if the existing ones do not meet the criteria.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to TMS and combination resources for additional guidance on configuration and compatibility.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transportation planning or execution process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMB/TMSRES to access resource management settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team 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.