How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV486 - Delivery &1 and TU/vehicle have different means of transport &2/&3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 486

• Message text: Delivery &1 and TU/vehicle have different means of transport &2/&3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV486 - Delivery &1 and TU/vehicle have different means of transport &2/&3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV486 indicates that there is a mismatch between the means of transport defined for a delivery and the transport unit (TU) or vehicle associated with that delivery. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics processes within SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Transport Means: The delivery document specifies a certain means of transport (e.g., truck, ship, etc.), but the transport unit or vehicle assigned to that delivery has a different means of transport.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that do not align with the transport means defined in the delivery or transport unit.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation of the delivery or transport unit can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Delivery and Transport Unit: Review the delivery document and the associated transport unit to ensure that both have the same means of transport. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the delivery document in SAP and checking the transport means field.
  Checking the transport unit details to see what means of transport is assigned.
  
  
  
  Update Transport Means: If there is a mismatch, you can either:
  
  Change the means of transport in the delivery to match the transport unit.
  Change the means of transport in the transport unit to match the delivery.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be necessary to review the configuration settings in SAP EWM related to transport means. Ensure that the settings align with your business processes.
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks during the creation of deliveries and transport units to prevent mismatches from occurring in the first place.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on handling transport means in EWM.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for managing deliveries) or /SCWM/TU (for managing transport units) to access relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you have custom processes, consider implementing user exits or BAdIs to enforce consistency in transport means.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the means of transport for deliveries and transport units are consistent.