How To Fix CX_MSR_TRC136 - CMR/SDF with ARM active must be part of a returns process

CX_MSR_TRC136 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX_MSR_TRC - Message texts in mult-step returns controller

• Message number: 136

• Message text: CMR/SDF with ARM active must be part of a returns process

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CX_MSR_TRC136 - Details

• The SAP error message CX_MSR_TRC136 typically indicates an issue related to the handling of returns in the context of the Advanced Returns Management (ARM) or Service Delivery Framework (SDF) in SAP. This error suggests that a specific condition is not met for processing a return, particularly when ARM is active.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A return process is initiated, but the necessary configurations or prerequisites for the ARM/SDF are not fulfilled.
  The system expects certain data or settings to be in place for the return process to proceed, and these are missing or incorrect.
  The item being returned is not properly linked to a returnable process or does not meet the criteria defined in the ARM configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the ARM/SDF is correctly configured in your SAP system. This includes checking the settings for return processes, return types, and any relevant customizing settings.
  Verify that the returnable items