How To Fix /SCA/DM_MDL013 - Transportation Type is not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCA/DM_MDL -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Transportation Type is not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCA/DM_MDL013 - Transportation Type is not found ?

  The SAP error message /SCA/DM_MDL013 Transportation Type is not found typically occurs in the context of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified transportation type in the relevant configuration or master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Transportation Type: The transportation type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for transportation types may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that lead to the transportation type not being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the transportation type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transportation Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in SPRO) and verify that the transportation type is defined.
  Navigate to: Logistics Execution -> Transportation -> Basic Transportation Functions -> Transportation Types.
  Ensure that the transportation type you are trying to use is listed and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Transportation Type:
  
  If the transportation type is missing, you may need to create it. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  If it exists but is not functioning, check for any missing or incorrect data.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the master data (like shipping points, routes, etc.) is correctly set up and linked to the transportation type.
  Ensure that the transportation type is assigned to the relevant master data records.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the transportation type. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any additional context or specific steps related to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  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: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, or SE16 for table data checks.
  Tables: Relevant tables might include TLOGI (for transportation types) and TLOGI_T (for transportation type texts).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address known issues or bugs related to transportation types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /SCA/DM_MDL013 Transportation Type is not found error message.