How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ389 - Item type of item &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 389

• Message text: Item type of item &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ389 - Item type of item &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ389 Item type of item &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the system is unable to recognize or find the specified item type for the item referenced by &1. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The item type may not be configured in the system. This can happen if the item type was never created or if it was deleted.
  Incorrect Item Type: The item type specified in the transaction may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the item type is defined in a different transport layer or client, it may not be accessible in the current context.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the item type.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that reference the item type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP TM and verify if the item type exists. You can check this in the customizing settings under SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Transportation Management -> Basic Settings -> Define Item Types.
  If the item type does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Item Type:
  
  Ensure that the item type referenced in the error message is correctly spelled and matches the defined item types in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Layer:
  
  Ensure that the item type is available in the current transport layer or client. If it is defined in another client, you may need to transport it or create it in the current client.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the item type.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the relevant master data and transactional data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on item types and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, and SE16 for table data viewing to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.