How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR001 - Business document type &1 is defined for the cat &2, the doc. has cat &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Business document type &1 is defined for the cat &2, the doc. has cat &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR001 - Business document type &1 is defined for the cat &2, the doc. has cat &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR001 indicates a mismatch between the business document type and the category of the document being processed in the SAP Transportation Management System (SAP TM). Specifically, the error message states that the business document type is defined for a certain category (&2), but the document being processed has a different category (&3).
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The business document type is configured in SAP TM for a specific category, but the document you are trying to process belongs to a different category.
  Incorrect Document Type Assignment: The document type assigned to the business document may not be appropriate for the category of the document being processed.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error in data entry or document creation that assigned the wrong category to the document.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP TM and verify the mapping of business document types to categories. Ensure that the document type you are using is correctly configured for the category of the document you are trying to process.
  You can check this in the Customizing settings under Transportation Management -> Basic Settings -> Define Business Document Types.
  
  
  
  Review Document Category:
  
  Check the category of the document you are trying to process. Ensure that it matches the expected category for the business document type you are using.
  If the document category is incorrect, you may need to correct it in the document settings or during the document creation process.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Type:
  
  If the document type is not appropriate for the category, consider changing the document type to one that is compatible with the category of the document.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more details on the specific business document types and categories to ensure you are using them correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the document processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration or SE11 to check the data dictionary for relevant tables.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration or document types in SAP TM.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP TM for further assistance.