How To Fix /SCMTMS/MSG200 - &1 and &2 have to be different

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MSG -

• Message number: 200

• Message text: &1 and &2 have to be different

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MSG200 - &1 and &2 have to be different ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MSG200 typically indicates that two values or parameters that are expected to be different are, in fact, the same. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) and can occur in various scenarios, such as when defining transportation lanes, routes, or other configurations where unique identifiers or values are required.
  Cause:
  The error message /SCMTMS/MSG200 &1 and &2 have to be different usually arises from the following situations:
  
  
  Duplicate Entries: The system has detected that two fields or parameters that should be unique are identical. For example, if you are trying to create a transportation lane and the source and destination locations are the same, this error will occur.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings where two parameters that should differ are incorrectly set to the same value.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: During data entry, a user may inadvertently input the same value in two fields that are supposed to be different.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Input Values: Check the values you have entered for the parameters indicated by &1 and &2 in the error message. Ensure that they are indeed different and make corrections as necessary.
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: If the error occurs in a configuration setting, review the relevant configuration to ensure that the parameters are set correctly and are not duplicating values.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or configuration you are working with to understand the requirements for the parameters involved.
  
  
  Test with Different Values: If applicable, try using different values for the parameters to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is with specific values or a broader configuration problem.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance. They may have additional insights or tools to diagnose the problem.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may be working with transaction codes related to Transportation Management, such as /SCMTMS/PLANNING or /SCMTMS/LANE.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  User Forums: SAP Community and other user forums can be valuable resources for finding solutions to common errors and sharing experiences with other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.