How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES424 - Shipping type &1 does not match transportation mode &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 424

• Message text: Shipping type &1 does not match transportation mode &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES424 - Shipping type &1 does not match transportation mode &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES424 indicates that there is a mismatch between the shipping type and the transportation mode in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when the system is trying to process a transportation request or shipment, and the defined shipping type does not correspond to the expected transportation mode.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The shipping type defined in the shipment or transportation request does not align with the transportation mode configured in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the shipping type or transportation mode is incorrectly specified.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for either the shipping type or transportation mode may not be correctly set up or may be missing.
  Customizing Settings: The customizing settings in TMS may not have been properly configured to link the shipping types with the appropriate transportation modes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the TMS customizing settings and verify the configuration for shipping types and transportation modes.
  Ensure that the shipping type you are using is correctly linked to the transportation mode you intend to use.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the shipping type and transportation mode. Ensure that they are correctly defined and that there are no discrepancies.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data transactions in SAP.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the transportation request or shipment details to ensure that the shipping type and transportation mode are correctly entered.
  If there is an error, correct it and try processing the request again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for guidance on the correct configuration of shipping types and transportation modes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PRT (for managing transportation requests) or /SCMTMS/SH (for managing shipments) to access the relevant data.
  Customizing Path: The customizing path for shipping types and transportation modes can typically be found under SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Transportation -> Basic Transportation Functions -> Define Shipping Types and Define Transportation Modes.
  Documentation: Always refer to the latest SAP Help Portal for detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your shipping types and transportation modes are correctly aligned in SAP TMS.