How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR249 - Type &1: Item type &2 is not of category 'Service'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Type &1: Item type &2 is not of category 'Service'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR249 - Type &1: Item type &2 is not of category 'Service' ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR249 indicates that there is an issue with the item type in a Transportation Order (TO) within the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module. Specifically, the error states that the item type specified is not categorized as a 'Service' item type, which is required for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Item Type: The item type specified in the Transportation Order is not defined as a 'Service' item type in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for item types in the SAP TM module may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the item type as a service.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in data entry when creating or modifying the Transportation Order, leading to the use of an incorrect item type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP TM and verify that the item type you are using is correctly defined as a 'Service' item type.
  You can check this in the customizing settings under SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Transportation Management -> Define Item Types.
  
  
  
  Review Transportation Order:
  
  Open the Transportation Order that is causing the error and check the item type assigned to it.
  Ensure that the item type is indeed one that is categorized as a 'Service'.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the item type is incorrect, you may need to change it to a valid service item type.
  If you are unsure which item types are valid, consult your SAP TM documentation or your system administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for Transportation Management to understand the requirements for item types and their categories.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Transportation Management, such as /SCMTMS/TOR for Transportation Orders.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify Transportation Orders and their associated item types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.