How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL470 - Planning not possible; no cross-company assignments for doc. type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL -

• Message number: 470

• Message text: Planning not possible; no cross-company assignments for doc. type &1

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL470 - Planning not possible; no cross-company assignments for doc. type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL470 Planning not possible; no cross-company assignments for doc. type &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of cross-company assignments for the specified document type.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Cross-Company Assignments: The error indicates that there are no cross-company assignments configured for the document type specified in the error message. This means that the system cannot find a valid assignment to process the planning request across different company codes.
  
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not be set up correctly in the system, or it may not be allowed for cross-company planning.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to transportation planning, such as missing or incorrect settings in the customizing for cross-company transportation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cross-Company Assignments:
  
  Go to the customizing settings in SAP (transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Transportation Management and check the cross-company assignment settings.
  Ensure that the necessary cross-company assignments are created for the document type in question.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Configuration:
  
  Verify that the document type being used is correctly configured and allowed for cross-company planning.
  Check if the document type is active and properly linked to the relevant company codes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to cross-company planning in SAP TM to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test to see if the planning can now proceed without errors.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for customizing), /SCMTMS/PLN (for planning), and others relevant to your SAP TM setup.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes can provide additional guidance on configuring cross-company assignments and troubleshooting related issues.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be useful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message.