How To Fix /SCMTMS/TSPS_OPT028 - Min. assignm. for carrier &1 in TAL &2 below min. assign. of subord. TALs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TSPS_OPT -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Min. assignm. for carrier &1 in TAL &2 below min. assign. of subord. TALs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TSPS_OPT028 - Min. assignm. for carrier &1 in TAL &2 below min. assign. of subord. TALs ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TSPS_OPT028 indicates that there is a minimum assignment requirement for a carrier in a Transportation Management (TM) scenario, and the assignment for the specified carrier in the Transportation Allocation List (TAL) is below the minimum required for subordinate TALs.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in the context of transportation planning and allocation when:
  
  The carrier assigned to a specific TAL does not meet the minimum assignment criteria defined in the system.
  The configuration settings for the transportation planning process may not be aligned with the requirements for the specific transportation scenario.
  There may be a mismatch between the capacities or constraints defined for the carrier and the requirements of the subordinate TALs.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Carrier Assignment:
  
  Review the carrier assignment in the TAL and ensure that it meets the minimum assignment requirements. You may need to adjust the assignment or select a different carrier that meets the criteria.
  
  
  
  Review Minimum Assignment Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for transportation management and check the minimum assignment settings for carriers. Ensure that these settings are correctly defined and aligned with your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Adjust TAL Configuration:
  
  If the subordinate TALs have specific requirements, ensure that the main TAL is configured to meet those requirements. This may involve adjusting the capacities or constraints for the TALs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on the configuration of TALs and carrier assignments. This can provide insights into how to properly set up the system to avoid such errors.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, perform testing to ensure that the changes resolve the error and that the transportation planning process can proceed without issues.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in Transportation Management for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/TAL for managing TALs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on SAP TM configuration to better understand how to manage carriers and TALs effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.