How To Fix /SCMTMS/INCOMP_SET008 - Incompatibility settings &1 is still used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/INCOMP_SET -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Incompatibility settings &1 is still used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/INCOMP_SET008 - Incompatibility settings &1 is still used ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/INCOMP_SET008 indicates that there are incompatibility settings in the Transportation Management System (TMS) that are still being used, which can prevent certain operations from being completed. This error typically arises when there are inconsistencies or conflicts in the configuration of incompatibility settings for transportation lanes, routes, or other related objects.
  Cause:
  
  Active Incompatibility Settings: The incompatibility settings that are defined in the system are still active and being referenced by existing transportation lanes or other objects.
  Configuration Changes: Changes made to incompatibility settings may not have been fully propagated or may still be linked to active transportation planning objects.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that need to be resolved before the incompatibility settings can be deactivated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Active References:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/INCOMP_SET to view the incompatibility settings and check which transportation lanes or routes are still using them.
  Analyze the settings to determine where they are being referenced.
  
  
  
  Deactivate or Modify Settings:
  
  If the incompatibility settings are no longer needed, consider deactivating them. Ensure that no active transportation lanes or routes are using these settings.
  If modifications are necessary, update the settings accordingly and ensure that they do not conflict with existing configurations.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Review any dependencies or relationships between the incompatibility settings and other objects in the TMS. Ensure that all related objects are updated to reflect the changes.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If changes are made in a development environment, ensure that they are transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to TMS incompatibility settings for additional guidance and best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the incompatibility settings are functioning as expected and that no further errors occur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/INCOMP_SET, /SCMTMS/PLANNING, and others that may help in managing transportation management settings.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCMTMS/INCOMP_SET008 and ensure that your TMS configuration is consistent and functional.