How To Fix /SCMTMS/INCOMP203 - Incompatibility &4 between &1 - &3 (means-of-transport combination level)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/INCOMP -

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Incompatibility &4 between &1 - &3 (means-of-transport combination level)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/INCOMP203 - Incompatibility &4 between &1 - &3 (means-of-transport combination level) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/INCOMP203 indicates an incompatibility issue between two means of transport in the SAP Transportation Management System (TM). This error typically arises when there is a mismatch in the configuration or settings of the means of transport being used in a transportation scenario.
  Cause:
  The error message /SCMTMS/INCOMP203 is triggered when:
  
  The combination of the means of transport (e.g., truck, train, ship) is not allowed based on the configuration settings in the system.
  There may be restrictions or incompatibilities defined in the system that prevent the selected means of transport from being used together.
  The transport planning settings or the transportation lane configuration may not support the combination of the specified means of transport.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the means of transport in the SAP TM system. Ensure that the combination of the means of transport is allowed.
  Navigate to the relevant customizing settings in SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) under Transportation Management.
  
  
  
  Review Transportation Lane:
  
  Check the transportation lane settings to ensure that the means of transport you are trying to use are compatible. You may need to adjust the settings to allow the combination.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the master data for the means of transport is correctly maintained. This includes checking the transport units, vehicles, and any associated restrictions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the incompatibility message and any related configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transportation scenario again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP TM expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLANNING for planning or /SCMTMS/TRANSPORT for transport management to access relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on transportation management and means of transport configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the incompatibility and implement the necessary changes to resolve the error.