How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV130 - An external number is not supported for obligatory TUs for vehicles

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 130

• Message text: An external number is not supported for obligatory TUs for vehicles

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV130 - An external number is not supported for obligatory TUs for vehicles ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV130 indicates that there is an issue with the handling units (HUs) or transport units (TUs) related to vehicles in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, it suggests that an external number is not supported for obligatory TUs for vehicles.
  Cause:
  
  External Number Assignment: The error typically arises when the system expects a specific format or type of number for transport units that are mandatory for vehicles, but the provided external number does not meet these criteria.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the EWM system that dictate how transport units are managed, and these settings may not align with the data being processed.
  Data Integrity: The data being used (e.g., transport unit numbers) may not be correctly set up or may be missing required information.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for transport units in the EWM system. Ensure that the settings for obligatory TUs for vehicles are correctly defined.
  Validate External Number: Ensure that the external number being used for the transport unit is valid and conforms to the expected format. This may involve checking the number range settings or the specific requirements for vehicle transport units.
  Data Correction: If the external number is incorrect, correct it in the relevant master data or transaction. Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidelines or updates that may address the issue.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the transport units can be processed as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM that may help in troubleshooting, such as /SCWM/PRDI for inbound deliveries or /SCWM/TO for transfer orders.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.