/SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_APP505 - Activity type &1 of activity group &2 is not valid and is ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_APP -

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Activity type &1 of activity group &2 is not valid and is ignored

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_APP505 - Activity type &1 of activity group &2 is not valid and is ignored ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_APP505 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of activity types within a specific activity group in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS). The error message states that the specified activity type (&1) in the activity group (&2) is not valid and is therefore ignored during processing.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Activity Type: The activity type specified in the configuration does not exist or is not recognized by the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the activity group or the activity type settings.
  Missing Customization: The activity type may not have been properly defined or activated in the system.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Activity Type: Verify that the activity type specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Review Activity Group Configuration: Go to the configuration for the activity group and ensure that all activity types listed are valid and correctly configured.
  Correct Configuration: If the activity type is invalid, either remove it from the activity group or replace it with a valid activity type.
  Customizing Settings: If the activity type is a custom one, ensure that it has been properly defined in the customizing settings.
  Transport Issues: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring activity types and activity groups in TMS.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLN to access the planning settings or /SCMTMS/ACT to manage activity types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.