How To Fix /SCMTMS/SCH089 - Allocation type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SCH -

• Message number: 089

• Message text: Allocation type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH089 - Allocation type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH089 Allocation type &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to find a specified allocation type in the configuration. This can happen during various processes, such as planning or executing transportation activities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specified allocation type (denoted by &1 in the error message) has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The allocation type may have been incorrectly entered or referenced in the transaction or configuration.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the system is newly implemented or recently upgraded, the necessary configuration might not have been transported correctly.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to the system not recognizing the allocation type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP TM to verify if the allocation type exists.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration menu and check under the Transportation Management settings for allocation types.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Allocation Type:
  
  If the allocation type does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings where allocation types are defined.
  Ensure that all necessary attributes and settings for the allocation type are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input where the error occurred to ensure that the allocation type is correctly specified and matches the expected format.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the system is newly implemented or recently upgraded, check if the transport requests containing the allocation type configuration were successfully imported into the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on allocation types in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, /SCMTMS/ for transportation management-related transactions, and others that may be relevant to your specific scenario.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.