How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ107 - Type &1 already defined as &2 type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 107

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ107 - Type &1 already defined as &2 type ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ107 Type &1 already defined as &2 type typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is a conflict in the definition of transportation request types. This error indicates that a specific type (denoted by &1) is already defined in the system as a different type (denoted by &2), leading to a conflict.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Definition: The error is often caused by an attempt to define a transportation request type that already exists in the system with a different classification or type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings for transportation request types in the SAP TM system.
  Data Migration: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been recent changes in the configuration, it may lead to conflicts in type definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Definitions: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for transportation request types in SAP TM.
  Verify if the type &1 is already defined and check its current classification (&2).
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Conflicting Type:
  
  If you find that the type is indeed defined, you may need to either modify the existing definition to match your requirements or delete the conflicting entry if it is not needed.
  
  
  
  Review Customizations:
  
  If there are custom developments or enhancements in your SAP TM system, review them to ensure they are not causing the conflict.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to transportation request types for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  
  Transport Request: 
  
  If this issue arises during a transport request, ensure that the transport request does not contain conflicting definitions that may have been transported from another system.
  
  
  
  SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration of your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings for transportation management.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.