How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ299 - &1: Means of transport &2 can only be used for transportation mode &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 299

• Message text: &1: Means of transport &2 can only be used for transportation mode &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ299 - &1: Means of transport &2 can only be used for transportation mode &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ299 indicates that there is a mismatch between the means of transport (MOT) and the transportation mode being used in the Transportation Management System (TMS). Specifically, it means that the specified means of transport can only be used for a certain transportation mode, and the current configuration does not align with that.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The means of transport has been configured in such a way that it is restricted to a specific transportation mode (e.g., truck, rail, air).
  Incorrect Assignment: The means of transport is being assigned to a transportation mode that it is not allowed to operate under.
  Master Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the means of transport or transportation modes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the means of transport in the TMS. Ensure that the means of transport is correctly assigned to the appropriate transportation modes.
  
  Navigate to the TMS configuration settings and verify the settings for the means of transport.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for the means of transport and ensure that it is correctly defined and assigned to the right transportation modes.
  
  Go to the relevant transaction codes (like /SCMTMS/TRANSPORT) to review and edit the means of transport settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transportation Mode: If the means of transport is indeed restricted to a specific transportation mode, ensure that you are using the correct mode when creating or processing transportation requests.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the configuration of means of transport and transportation modes.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TMS, such as /SCMTMS/TRANSPORT for managing transportation requests.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to modify means of transport and transportation modes in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCMTMS/TRQ299 and ensure that the means of transport is correctly configured for the intended transportation mode.