How To Fix /SAPAPO/LTTYPE018 - Means of transport &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/LTTYPE -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Means of transport &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/LTTYPE018 - Means of transport &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/LTTYPE018 Means of transport &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a specified means of transport in the system. This can happen during planning, transportation scheduling, or when trying to execute a transportation-related transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Transport Type: The specified means of transport (e.g., truck, ship, etc.) does not exist in the system. This could be due to it not being defined in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The transport type may not have been properly configured or activated in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transport type field.
  Transport Type Deletion: The transport type may have been deleted or is inactive in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transport Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP APO and verify if the means of transport is defined.
  Use transaction code /SAPAPO/TTYPE to check the transport types available in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Transport Type:
  
  If the transport type does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the configuration settings.
  Ensure that the transport type is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entry for the means of transport in the transaction where the error occurred. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect values.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the relevant SAP documentation or help files for guidance on how to set up and manage means of transport in APO.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify transport types.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/TTYPE for transport type maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on configuring transport types in SAP APO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.