How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR048 - FU &1 contains container items; no containers allowed (shipping type LCL)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 048

• Message text: FU &1 contains container items; no containers allowed (shipping type LCL)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR048 - FU &1 contains container items; no containers allowed (shipping type LCL) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR048 FU &1 contains container items; no containers allowed (shipping type LCL) typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when dealing with freight units (FUs) that are not compatible with the specified shipping type, in this case, LCL (Less than Container Load).
  Cause:
  
  Container Items in Freight Unit: The error indicates that the freight unit (FU) contains items that are classified as container items. However, the shipping type LCL does not allow for container items to be included.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system where the shipping type is not set up correctly to handle container items.
  Incorrect Freight Unit Creation: The freight unit may have been created incorrectly, leading to the inclusion of container items when it should not have.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Freight Unit Contents: Check the contents of the freight unit to ensure that it does not include any container items. If it does, you may need to create a new freight unit that is appropriate for LCL shipping.
  Change Shipping Type: If the freight unit legitimately needs to include container items, consider changing the shipping type from LCL to one that allows container items, such as FCL (Full Container Load).
  Adjust Configuration: If the shipping type LCL is expected to handle container items, review the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that it is set up correctly. This may involve consulting with your SAP configuration team or reviewing the relevant customizing settings.
  Recreate Freight Unit: If the freight unit was created incorrectly, you may need to delete the existing freight unit and recreate it with the correct parameters.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on freight unit management and shipping types in SAP TM.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/FU for managing freight units and /SCMTMS/TOR for transportation order management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your freight units are set up correctly for the intended shipping type.