How To Fix /SCMTMS/TM_VALIDATE804 - Multiple entries associated with event &1 and subc. &2 are set as default

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TM_VALIDATE -

• Message number: 804

• Message text: Multiple entries associated with event &1 and subc. &2 are set as default

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TM_VALIDATE804 - Multiple entries associated with event &1 and subc. &2 are set as default ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TM_VALIDATE804 indicates that there are multiple entries associated with a specific event and subcategory that are set as default in the Transportation Management (TM) module. This can lead to confusion in processing because the system does not know which entry to prioritize.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to:
  
  Configuration Issues: Multiple default entries have been defined for the same event and subcategory in the TM configuration.
  Data Duplication: There may be duplicate entries in the relevant customizing tables that define the behavior of events and subcategories.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the event and subcategory may not have been properly maintained, leading to ambiguity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (usually SPRO) and navigate to the Transportation Management settings.
  Look for the configuration related to the specific event and subcategory mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that there is only one entry marked as default for that event and subcategory.
  
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Entries:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant tables (e.g., /SCMTMS/TM_EVENT, /SCMTMS/TM_SUBCATEGORY) for duplicate entries.
  If duplicates are found, determine which entry should be the default and remove or adjust the others accordingly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Default Settings:
  
  If necessary, adjust the default settings for the event and subcategory to ensure that only one entry is marked as default.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process that triggered the error to ensure that it is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document the changes made for future reference and to assist in troubleshooting similar issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Transport Management Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Transportation Management to understand the configuration settings better.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.