How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL388 - Cannot create doc.; document type &1 is not relevant for driver planning

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL -

• Message number: 388

• Message text: Cannot create doc.; document type &1 is not relevant for driver planning

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL388 - Cannot create doc.; document type &1 is not relevant for driver planning ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL388 indicates that there is an issue with the document type being used in the context of driver planning within the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module. Specifically, the error states that the document type specified (denoted as &1 in the message) is not relevant for driver planning.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are trying to use for planning is not configured to be relevant for driver planning in the system. This could be due to incorrect settings in the configuration of the transportation management system.
  Incompatible Document Type: The document type may not be intended for use in the context of driver planning, which could be due to business rules or specific configurations set by your organization.
  Missing or Incorrect Assignment: The document type may not be assigned correctly in the relevant customizing settings, leading to it being deemed irrelevant for the planning process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant settings for Transportation Management.
  Check the configuration for document types under the section for driver planning or transportation planning.
  Ensure that the document type you are trying to use is marked as relevant for driver planning.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Document Type:
  
  If the document type you are using is not relevant for driver planning, consider using a different document type that is configured for this purpose.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to transportation management and driver planning to understand which document types are supported.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on your specific system setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings or /SCMTMS/PLN for planning-related transactions.
  Customizing Settings: Look for settings related to "Define Document Types" or "Assign Document Types to Planning" in the TM configuration.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.