How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR236 - Subitem type &1 of item type &2 is not of multi-item type 'C'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Subitem type &1 of item type &2 is not of multi-item type 'C'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR236 - Subitem type &1 of item type &2 is not of multi-item type 'C' ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR236 indicates that there is an issue with the subitem type of a transportation item in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module. Specifically, the error states that the subitem type of the specified item type is not of the multi-item type 'C'. 
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  The configuration of the item types and subitem types in the system does not align with the expected settings for multi-item handling.
  The subitem type being used is not defined as a multi-item type 'C' in the system configuration.
  There may be a mismatch in the data being processed, such as incorrect item type assignments or missing configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the Customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the Transportation Management settings and check the configuration for item types and subitem types.
  Ensure that the subitem type you are trying to use is correctly defined as a multi-item type 'C'.
  
  
  
  Review Item Type Assignments:
  
  Verify the item type assignments in your transportation documents (e.g., transportation orders, shipments).
  Ensure that the subitem types are correctly assigned to the corresponding item types.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data:
  
  If the error occurs during data entry or processing, review the data being entered to ensure it complies with the expected formats and types.
  Correct any discrepancies in the item type or subitem type being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more details on item types and subitem types in the context of Transportation Management.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TOR to view transportation orders or /SCMTMS/TS for transportation scheduling.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCMTMS/TOR236.