How To Fix SCMB_BAPI079 - For TM TU resource only resource category &2 is valid, not &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCMB_BAPI - Message Class for SCMB BAPIs

• Message number: 079

• Message text: For TM TU resource only resource category &2 is valid, not &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCMB_BAPI079 - For TM TU resource only resource category &2 is valid, not &1 ?

  The SAP error message SCMB_BAPI079 indicates that there is a mismatch between the resource category being used and the expected resource category for a Transportation Management (TM) Transportation Unit (TU) resource. Specifically, the error states that only a certain resource category (denoted as &2) is valid for the operation, while the one being used (denoted as &1) is not.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Resource Category: The resource category assigned to the Transportation Unit (TU) does not match the expected category defined in the system for that specific operation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP TM system that define which resource categories are valid for certain operations or processes.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong resource category was assigned to the TU.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Resource Category: Verify the resource category assigned to the Transportation Unit. Ensure that it matches the expected category defined in the system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that the resource categories are correctly defined and that the expected category for the operation is set up properly.
  Update Resource Assignment: If the resource category is incorrect, update the Transportation Unit to use the valid resource category as indicated in the error message.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on valid resource categories for specific operations in TM.
  Testing: After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TU to manage Transportation Units or /SCMTMS/RES to manage resources.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resource categories in TM.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to resource categories and Transportation Units.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SCMB_BAPI079 error and ensure that the correct resource categories are being used in your SAP TM processes.