How To Fix /SCMTMS/TS_PROF017 - Incompatiblity area &1 of incompatibililty setting &2 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TS_PROF -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Incompatiblity area &1 of incompatibililty setting &2 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF017 - Incompatiblity area &1 of incompatibililty setting &2 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF017 indicates that there is an incompatibility issue related to the transportation management settings in SAP. This error typically arises when there is a conflict in the configuration of transportation lanes, routes, or other settings that define how goods are transported within the system.
  Cause:
  The error message specifically states that "Incompatibility area &1 of incompatibility setting &2 is not allowed." This means that there is a defined incompatibility setting in the system that is preventing the transportation process from proceeding. The incompatibility area could refer to various factors such as:
  
  Transportation lanes: The defined routes between locations may have restrictions that are not compatible with the current transportation request.
  Shipping conditions: Certain shipping conditions may not be allowed for the selected transportation mode or route.
  Product characteristics: The characteristics of the products being transported may not be compatible with the defined transportation settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Incompatibility Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SCMTMS/TS_PROF to review the incompatibility settings.
  Identify the specific incompatibility area and setting mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Review Transportation Lanes:
  
  Check the transportation lanes defined in the system to ensure that they are correctly configured and do not have conflicting settings.
  Ensure that the source and destination locations are compatible with the defined transportation lanes.
  
  
  
  Adjust Shipping Conditions:
  
  Review the shipping conditions associated with the transportation request and ensure they align with the defined settings in the system.
  
  
  
  Product Compatibility:
  
  Verify that the products being transported meet the requirements set in the incompatibility settings. This may involve checking product characteristics, handling units, or other relevant attributes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on incompatibility settings and how to configure them properly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the transportation request again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/TS_PROF for managing transportation settings and /SCMTMS/TS_LANE for transportation lanes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to transportation management and incompatibility settings that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the incompatibility issue causing the error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF017.