How To Fix /SCMTMS/GLOBAL_TRADE053 - Business document &1 - item origin document TCO &2 is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/GLOBAL_TRADE -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Business document &1 - item origin document TCO &2 is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/GLOBAL_TRADE053 - Business document &1 - item origin document TCO &2 is not supported ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/GLOBAL_TRADE053 indicates that there is an issue with the business document and its associated item origin document in the context of Global Trade Services (GTS) or Transportation Management (TM). Specifically, the error suggests that the item origin document (TCO) is not supported for the business document you are trying to process.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Document Type: The item origin document (TCO) associated with the business document is not recognized or supported by the system. This could be due to configuration settings or the document type not being defined in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for handling the specific document type may not be set up in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the business document or its related documents that prevent the system from processing it correctly.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the SAP system or the GTS/TM module may not support the specific document type being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that the document type of the item origin document (TCO) is supported in your SAP system. You may need to consult the documentation or configuration settings to confirm this.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system for Global Trade Services or Transportation Management. Ensure that the necessary settings for the document type are correctly configured.
  Data Validation: Check the data in the business document and its related documents for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that all required fields are populated correctly.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs) that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its documentation and provides fixes for known issues.
  System Upgrade: If the document type is not supported due to version limitations, consider upgrading your SAP system or the relevant modules to a version that supports the required document type.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP GTS or TM that may help you navigate to the configuration settings or document processing areas.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to Global Trade Services and Transportation Management to understand the supported document types and their configurations.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.