How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES266 - Number of individual resources for &1 is higher than def. in master data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 266

• Message text: Number of individual resources for &1 is higher than def. in master data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES266 - Number of individual resources for &1 is higher than def. in master data ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES266 indicates that the number of individual resources assigned to a particular transportation resource (like a vehicle or a driver) exceeds the defined limit in the master data. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is trying to allocate resources for a transportation task or planning activity.
  Cause:
  
  Resource Configuration: The master data for the transportation resource may have a defined limit on the number of individual resources that can be assigned. If the system detects that the number of resources exceeds this limit, it triggers this error.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error in data entry where too many resources were assigned to a single transportation resource.
  Master Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies or outdated information in the master data that do not reflect the current operational capacity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Master Data: Check the master data configuration for the transportation resource in question. Ensure that the defined limits for individual resources are appropriate for your operational needs.
  Adjust Resource Assignment: If the number of assigned resources exceeds the limit, consider reducing the number of individual resources assigned to that transportation resource.
  Update Master Data: If necessary, update the master data to increase the limit of individual resources for that transportation resource, if it is feasible and aligns with your operational requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to manage transportation resources and their configurations.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/RES to manage resources or /SCMTMS/MD to access master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in resource management are trained on the correct procedures for assigning and managing transportation resources in SAP TM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your transportation resources are configured correctly in SAP TM.