How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES208 - Hierarchy type &1 of list &2 does not match association &3 in &4

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Hierarchy type &1 of list &2 does not match association &3 in &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES208 - Hierarchy type &1 of list &2 does not match association &3 in &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES208 indicates a mismatch in the hierarchy type of a list in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when there is an inconsistency between the expected hierarchy type and the actual hierarchy type associated with a specific list or object in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Mismatch: The hierarchy type defined for a particular list does not match the expected hierarchy type associated with the object or association in question.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the TMS settings, where the hierarchy types are not properly defined or aligned.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be data integrity issues, such as incorrect entries or missing data in the relevant tables that manage hierarchy types and associations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the TMS configuration settings and verify the hierarchy types defined for the lists and associations.
  Ensure that the hierarchy type for the list matches the expected hierarchy type for the association.
  
  
  
  Review Customizations:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements in the TMS, review them to ensure they are not causing the mismatch.
  Check for any recent changes made to the configuration or data that could have led to this issue.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies in the hierarchy data.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to inspect the relevant database tables for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to TMS and hierarchy management for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/ for TMS configuration and monitoring.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to TMS and hierarchy management for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES208.