How To Fix /SCMTMS/LSO270 - Resource &1: section type not supported by optimizer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/LSO -

• Message number: 270

• Message text: Resource &1: section type not supported by optimizer

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/LSO270 - Resource &1: section type not supported by optimizer ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/LSO270 Resource &1: section type not supported by optimizer typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the optimizer encounters a resource that has a section type that it does not recognize or support. This can happen during the planning or optimization process when the system is trying to allocate resources for transportation tasks.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Section Type: The resource specified in the error message has a section type that is not configured or recognized by the optimizer. This could be due to incorrect configuration or missing definitions in the system.
  Resource Configuration: The resource may not be properly set up in the system, or it may have been assigned a section type that is not compatible with the optimization logic.
  Custom Developments: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not align with the standard optimizer's expectations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Resource Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the resource in question. Ensure that the section type assigned to the resource is valid and supported by the optimizer.
  Review the resource's attributes and ensure that they are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Section Types:
  
  Check the section types that are configured in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing settings in SAP TM.
  Ensure that the section type used by the resource is included in the list of supported section types for the optimizer.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Settings:
  
  If necessary, adjust the planning settings or parameters to ensure that the optimizer can work with the resources and section types defined in your system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for Transportation Management to understand the supported section types and any specific requirements for resource configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test run of the optimization process to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and settings, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version of SAP TM you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resource configuration and optimization settings.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that your team is familiar with the configuration and optimization processes in SAP TM, as this can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.