How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR202 - Type &1 already defined as &2 type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Type &1 already defined as &2 type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR202 - Type &1 already defined as &2 type ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR202 Type &1 already defined as &2 type typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that there is a conflict in the definition of a transportation order (TOR) type. Specifically, it suggests that the system is trying to create or process a transportation order of a certain type (denoted by &1) that has already been defined in the system as a different type (denoted by &2).
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Definition: The transportation order type you are trying to create or use is already defined in the system with a different configuration or purpose.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings for transportation order types in the SAP TM system.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that lead to this conflict.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for transportation order types in SAP TM. You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and checking the settings under Transportation Management.
  Ensure that the transportation order type you are trying to use is correctly defined and does not conflict with existing definitions.
  
  
  
  Review Existing Types:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TOR or relevant reports to list existing transportation order types and their configurations.
  Identify if the type you are trying to create already exists and what its current configuration is.
  
  
  
  Adjust or Delete Conflicting Types:
  
  If you find that the type already exists and is defined incorrectly, you may need to adjust its configuration or delete it if it is not needed.
  Ensure that any changes made do not affect other processes or configurations in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to transportation order types for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the creation or processing of the transportation order again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights or solutions.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.