How To Fix /SAPAPO/OO_TR168 - No means of transport is specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OO_TR -

• Message number: 168

• Message text: No means of transport is specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_TR168 - No means of transport is specified ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_TR168 No means of transport is specified typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a transportation planning process is being executed, but no means of transport (like a truck, ship, etc.) has been defined for the transportation lane or the transportation order.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The means of transport may not be configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant master data or configuration settings.
  Transportation Lane Issues: The transportation lane may not have a means of transport assigned, or the assignment may be incorrect.
  Planning Object Issues: The planning object (like a transportation order or shipment) may not have a means of transport specified.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the means of transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the means of transport is properly configured in the system. This can be done by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Assign Means of Transport: Go to the transportation lane settings and ensure that a means of transport is assigned. You can do this in the SAP GUI by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (like /SAPAPO/TP_LANE).
  Review Transportation Orders: Check the transportation orders or shipments to ensure that they have a means of transport specified. If not, you may need to edit the order and assign a means of transport.
  Master Data Review: Review the master data related to transportation, such as the means of transport master data, to ensure that all necessary entries are present and correctly configured.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring means of transport in your version of SAP APO.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/TP_LANE for transportation lanes, /SAPAPO/TP_MST for means of transport master data, and others related to transportation planning.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to transportation planning and configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that a means of transport is specified for your transportation planning processes in SAP APO.