How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF047 - Transportation planning type &1 not intended for document category &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Transportation planning type &1 not intended for document category &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF047 - Transportation planning type &1 not intended for document category &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF047 indicates that there is a mismatch between the transportation planning type and the document category in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. This error typically arises during the delivery confirmation process when the system is trying to process a delivery document that is not compatible with the specified transportation planning type.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Configuration: The transportation planning type defined in the system is not configured to handle the specific document category being processed. This can happen if the planning type is set up for certain types of deliveries but not for others.
  Incorrect Document Category: The document category being used may not be appropriate for the transportation planning type. For example, if the planning type is set for outbound deliveries but the document category is for inbound deliveries, this error will occur.
  Customizations or Changes: If there have been recent changes or customizations in the system related to transportation planning or document categories, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for transportation planning types and document categories in the SAP EWM system. Ensure that the transportation planning type you are using is intended for the document category in question.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) under EWM settings.
  Look for the settings related to transportation planning and document categories.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Category: If the document category is incorrect, consider changing it to one that is compatible with the transportation planning type you are using.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific transportation planning types and their intended document categories.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the delivery confirmation process works as expected.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and making adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI for delivery processing or /SCWM/TP for transportation planning to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If there are custom developments in your system, check if any user exits or BAdIs (Business Add-Ins) are affecting the transportation planning process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.