How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ639 - Invalid additional FWA item &1; incompatible shipping type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 639

• Message text: Invalid additional FWA item &1; incompatible shipping type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ639 - Invalid additional FWA item &1; incompatible shipping type ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ639 Invalid additional FWA item &1; incompatible shipping type typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the Freight Order (FWA) item configuration or its compatibility with the shipping type being used.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Shipping Type: The additional FWA item specified is not compatible with the shipping type of the freight order. This could be due to configuration settings in the system that do not allow certain combinations of FWA items and shipping types.
  Configuration Issues: The settings in the Customizing for Transportation Management may not be correctly defined, leading to incompatibility.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the FWA item or shipping type may be incomplete or incorrectly set up.
  Incorrect Assignment: The FWA item may not be correctly assigned to the relevant shipping type in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP TM system to ensure that the FWA item is compatible with the shipping type. This can be done in the Customizing settings under Transportation Management.
  Review FWA Item Settings: Verify the settings for the specific FWA item (&1 in the error message) to ensure it is correctly defined and compatible with the intended shipping type.
  Update Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (e.g., shipping types, FWA items) is complete and correctly maintained in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on configuring FWA items and shipping types.
  Testing: After making changes, test the configuration by creating a new freight order to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/FREIGHT to manage freight orders or /SCMTMS/CONFIG to access configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.