How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ640 - Means of trans. for item &1 not compatible with mode of trans. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 640

• Message text: Means of trans. for item &1 not compatible with mode of trans. &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ640 - Means of trans. for item &1 not compatible with mode of trans. &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ640 indicates that there is a compatibility issue between the means of transportation defined for a specific item and the mode of transportation that is being used in the transportation management process. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to create or process a transportation request, shipment, or similar document.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Means of Transport: The means of transport assigned to the item (e.g., truck, ship, train) is not compatible with the mode of transport that is being used (e.g., road, rail, sea).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that do not allow the selected means of transport to be used with the specified mode of transport.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for either the means of transport or the mode of transport may not be correctly set up or may be missing necessary information.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that the means of transport and mode of transport are correctly defined and compatible. This may involve checking the settings in the Transportation Management configuration.
  Review Master Data: Verify the master data for both the means of transport and the mode of transport. Ensure that they are correctly defined and that all necessary attributes are filled out.
  Adjust Transportation Request: If the means of transport is not suitable for the mode of transport, consider changing the means of transport for the item in the transportation request or shipment.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure means of transport and modes of transport in your version of SAP TM.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PRT (for managing means of transport) or /SCMTMS/TS (for transportation scheduling) to review and adjust settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in transportation management are trained on the correct use of means of transport and modes of transport within SAP TM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SCMTMS/TRQ640 error message.