How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL471 - Cannot assign requirement &1 to doc. &2; no cross-company assign. allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL -

• Message number: 471

• Message text: Cannot assign requirement &1 to doc. &2; no cross-company assign. allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL471 - Cannot assign requirement &1 to doc. &2; no cross-company assign. allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL471 indicates that there is an issue with assigning a requirement to a document due to cross-company assignment restrictions. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to assign a requirement (like a transportation requirement or a shipment) to a document (like a transportation order) that belongs to a different company code.
  Cause:
  
  Cross-Company Code Restrictions: The primary cause of this error is that the system does not allow assignments between different company codes. This is a common configuration in SAP to maintain financial integrity and compliance with accounting standards.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict cross-company transactions, which can lead to this error when trying to assign requirements across different company codes.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the company code settings for the involved documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Company Code Settings: Verify the company codes involved in the transaction. Ensure that the requirement and the document belong to the same company code. If they are different, you may need to adjust your process to ensure they align.
  Review Configuration: If cross-company assignments are necessary for your business process, you may need to review and adjust the configuration settings in SAP. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or configuration team to allow cross-company assignments if it aligns with your business requirements.
  Adjust Master Data: Ensure that the master data (like customer/vendor data, material data, etc.) is correctly set up and that the company codes are consistent across the relevant documents.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to transportation management and cross-company code assignments for further guidance.
  Error Handling: If the error persists, consider implementing error handling in your process to catch and manage such issues more gracefully.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Transportation Management, such as /SCMTMS/PLN for planning and /SCMTMS/ORD for order management.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the assignment has the necessary authorizations to perform cross-company transactions if they are allowed.
  
  If the issue continues after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP TM for more in-depth troubleshooting.