How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL463 - Package unit &1 cannot be assigned; doc. &2 has different default PU type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL -

• Message number: 463

• Message text: Package unit &1 cannot be assigned; doc. &2 has different default PU type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL463 - Package unit &1 cannot be assigned; doc. &2 has different default PU type ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL463 indicates that there is an issue with assigning a package unit (PU) in the Transportation Management System (TMS). The specific error message states that the package unit cannot be assigned because the document has a different default package unit type.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to the following reasons:
  
  Mismatch in Package Unit Types: The package unit you are trying to assign does not match the default package unit type defined for the document (e.g., shipment, delivery, etc.). Each document type may have a specific package unit type associated with it.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that define which package unit types are valid for certain documents, and these settings may not align with the package unit you are trying to use.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that lead to this mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Package Unit Types:
  
  Review the package unit type associated with the document (e.g., shipment or delivery) that you are trying to process.
  Ensure that the package unit you are trying to assign is compatible with the document's default package unit type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Settings:
  
  If necessary, adjust the settings of the document to match the package unit type you want to use. This may involve changing the default package unit type in the document configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the TMS for package units. Ensure that the allowed package unit types for the relevant documents are correctly defined.
  You can access the configuration settings through the SPRO transaction in SAP and navigate to the relevant sections for Transportation Management.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to ensure that there are no discrepancies in the master data related to package units and documents.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on package units and their configuration in TMS.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLN for planning or /SCMTMS/PU for package unit management to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented in your system, review any user exits or BAdIs that might affect package unit assignment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.