How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ707 - Resource type of &1 is not compatible with item category &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 707

• Message text: Resource type of &1 is not compatible with item category &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ707 - Resource type of &1 is not compatible with item category &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ707 Resource type of &1 is not compatible with item category &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the resource type assigned to a transportation resource and the item category of the transportation order or shipment.
  Cause:
  
  Resource Type Mismatch: The resource type (e.g., truck, train, ship) defined in the system does not support the item category (e.g., freight, service) of the transportation order or shipment.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in SAP TM may not have been set up correctly to allow the specified resource type to handle the given item category.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for either the resource or the item category may be incomplete or incorrectly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Resource Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for transportation resources in SAP TM.
  Ensure that the resource type assigned to the transportation resource is compatible with the item category being used.
  
  
  
  Review Item Category Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the item category in the system.
  Ensure that the item category is correctly defined and that it is intended to be used with the specified resource type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Master Data:
  
  Verify the master data for both the resource and the item category.
  Make any necessary adjustments to ensure that they are compatible.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on configuring resource types and item categories.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transportation order or shipment again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/RES for managing resources or /SCMTMS/ORD for managing transportation orders.
  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, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCMTMS/TRQ707.