How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR_INT008 - Element &1 of node &2 invalid: Val. &3 contradicts Customizing f. type &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR_INT -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Element &1 of node &2 invalid: Val. &3 contradicts Customizing f. type &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR_INT008 - Element &1 of node &2 invalid: Val. &3 contradicts Customizing f. type &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR_INT008 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a specific element in the Transportation Management System (TMS). The message states that the value of a certain element contradicts the customizing settings for that element's type. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  
  Element &1: This refers to the specific element that is causing the error.
  Node &2: This indicates the node in the data structure where the error is occurring.
  Val. &3: This is the value that is being passed for the element, which is causing the conflict.
  Customizing f. type &4: This refers to the customizing settings that are defined for the type of the element.
  
  Cause
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The value being passed for the element does not match the expected values defined in the customizing settings.
  Customizing Settings: The customizing settings for the element type may not be correctly configured or may not allow the value being passed.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the value to be invalid.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Navigate to the customizing settings for the specific element type in the TMS configuration.
  Verify that the expected values for the element are correctly defined and that the value being passed is valid.
  
  
  
  Validate Input Data:
  
  Review the data being passed for the element to ensure it matches the expected format and values.
  If necessary, correct the input data to align with the customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific element and its valid values.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the process to see where the value is being set and why it is causing a conflict.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO to access the customizing settings or SE80 for debugging.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SCMTMS/TOR_INT008 error message in SAP.