How To Fix /SCMTMS/TS_PROF016 - Incompatibility setting entered does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TS_PROF -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Incompatibility setting entered does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF016 - Incompatibility setting entered does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF016 indicates that there is an incompatibility setting entered in the Transportation Management System (TMS) that does not exist in the system. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or misconfiguration in the settings related to transportation profiles or compatibility settings.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The incompatibility setting may have been incorrectly configured or entered in the system.
  Missing Settings: The specific incompatibility setting that is being referenced does not exist in the system, possibly due to a missing configuration or a deletion.
  Transport Profiles: The error may occur when trying to assign transport profiles that have not been properly defined or are not compatible with the current settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the TMS to ensure that all incompatibility settings are correctly defined. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in the SAP GUI.
  Verify Settings: Ensure that the incompatibility setting you are trying to use actually exists in the system. You can check this in the TMS configuration under the relevant profiles.
  Create Missing Settings: If the incompatibility setting does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done through the TMS configuration transaction (usually /SCMTMS/ related transactions).
  Review Transport Profiles: Check the transport profiles assigned to the relevant transportation lanes or routes to ensure they are correctly set up and compatible with each other.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to TMS for any specific guidance on the incompatibility settings and how to configure them properly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/PROF for managing transportation profiles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.