How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES291 - Item selection not sufficient; TC continues with changed selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 291

• Message text: Item selection not sufficient; TC continues with changed selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES291 - Item selection not sufficient; TC continues with changed selection ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES291 indicates that there is an issue with the item selection in the Transportation Management System (TMS). Specifically, it means that the selection of items for a transportation request or shipment is not sufficient, and as a result, the system will continue processing with a modified selection.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Item Selection: The items you are trying to process may not meet the required criteria for the operation you are attempting to perform. This could be due to missing items, incorrect item statuses, or items that are not relevant for the current transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in TMS that are not aligned with the items being processed.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data (e.g., material master, vendor master) that affect item selection.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to select certain items.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Item Selection: Check the items you have selected for the transaction. Ensure that all required items are included and that they meet the necessary criteria.
  Check Item Status: Verify the status of the items. Ensure that they are active and available for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Configuration Review: Review the TMS configuration settings to ensure they are set up correctly for the items you are working with.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any missing or incorrect data in the master data that could be affecting item selection.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to select and process the items in question.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in TMS, such as /SCMTMS/PRT for managing transportation requests or /SCMTMS/SH for managing shipments.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.