How To Fix FTR_TF_INTG032 - Shipment method is mandatory when SD integration is activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_TF_INTG - Message class for trade finance integration

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Shipment method is mandatory when SD integration is activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_TF_INTG032 - Shipment method is mandatory when SD integration is activated ?

  The SAP error message FTR_TF_INTG032 indicates that a shipment method is required when the integration between the Financial Transaction Management (FTM) and Sales and Distribution (SD) modules is activated. This error typically arises in scenarios where financial transactions are linked to sales orders, and the system expects a shipment method to be defined for proper processing.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Missing Shipment Method: The shipment method has not been defined for the relevant transaction or document.
  Integration Settings: The integration between FTM and SD is configured, but the necessary data (like shipment method) is not provided.
  Document Type Configuration: The document type being used may require a shipment method, but it has not been set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Define Shipment Method:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., sales order or delivery) and ensure that a shipment method is specified.
  You can do this by navigating to the shipping or delivery tab in the sales order or delivery document and selecting an appropriate shipment method.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the integration settings between FTM and SD are correctly configured. This may involve checking the customizing settings in SPRO.
  Navigate to SPRO > Logistics Execution > Shipping > Basic Shipping Functions > Shipment > Define Shipment Types and ensure that the shipment types are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the document type settings in the SD module to ensure that the shipment method is marked as mandatory if required.
  You can do this in the configuration settings for the relevant document types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to FTM and SD integration for any specific requirements or additional settings that may be necessary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VA01 (Create Sales Order), VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), or FTR_CREATE (Create Financial Transaction) to check and update the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to shipment methods and document types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FTR_TF_INTG032 and ensure that the necessary shipment method is provided for transactions involving SD integration.