How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR437 - Shipping type &1 is not compatible with current tranportation mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 437

• Message text: Shipping type &1 is not compatible with current tranportation mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR437 - Shipping type &1 is not compatible with current tranportation mode ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR437 indicates that the shipping type specified in your transportation management system (TMS) is not compatible with the current transportation mode being used. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when creating or processing transportation orders, shipments, or freight units.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Shipping Type and Transportation Mode: The shipping type you are trying to use is not allowed for the selected transportation mode (e.g., truck, rail, air, etc.). Each shipping type is typically associated with specific transportation modes.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the TMS that do not align the shipping types with the transportation modes correctly.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for either the shipping type or the transportation mode may be incomplete or incorrectly set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Shipping Type and Transportation Mode:
  
  Verify that the shipping type you are using is compatible with the transportation mode selected. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the TMS.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually found in the SPRO transaction) and ensure that the shipping types are correctly assigned to the transportation modes.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If you find that the shipping type is not correctly configured for the transportation mode, you may need to adjust the settings in the TMS configuration.
  Go to the TMS configuration and check the settings under "Define Shipping Types" and "Assign Shipping Types to Transportation Modes."
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the master data for both the shipping type and transportation mode is complete and correctly maintained. This includes checking the relevant settings in the material master, customer master, and vendor master.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure shipping types and transportation modes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, VT01N for creating transportation orders, or VT02N for changing them.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration or master data.
  
  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 Transportation Management.