How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG564 - Precondition &1 cannot be maintained for item type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 564

• Message text: Precondition &1 cannot be maintained for item type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG564 - Precondition &1 cannot be maintained for item type &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG564 indicates that there is a precondition that cannot be maintained for a specific item type in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when there are constraints or settings that prevent the modification or maintenance of certain preconditions for the specified item type.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The item type may not be properly configured in the system, leading to restrictions on maintaining preconditions.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may lack the necessary authorizations to modify the preconditions for the specified item type.
  Incompatible Settings: The settings for the item type may be incompatible with the preconditions being attempted to be set.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be existing data that conflicts with the new precondition settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the item type in question. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set up in the TMS configuration.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to maintain preconditions for the specified item type. If not, request the necessary permissions from your SAP security team.
  Adjust Settings: If there are incompatible settings, adjust them to ensure they align with the preconditions you are trying to maintain.
  Data Validation: Check for any existing data that may conflict with the new precondition settings. Resolve any inconsistencies before attempting to maintain the preconditions again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines related to the item type and preconditions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PRC (for managing transportation requests) or /SCMTMS/ITEM (for item management) to access relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support 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.