How To Fix /SCMB/TM_MSG004 - Freight document &1 was not posted (document category &2, bus. system &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TM_MSG -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Freight document &1 was not posted (document category &2, bus. system &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TM_MSG004 - Freight document &1 was not posted (document category &2, bus. system &3) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TM_MSG004 indicates that a freight document was not posted due to various potential issues. This message is part of the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module and can arise in different scenarios. Here’s a breakdown of the possible causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The freight document may be missing required data or contain incorrect information that prevents it from being posted.
  Business System Configuration: The business system configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in posting the document.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post the freight document.
  Integration Issues: There may be issues with the integration between SAP TM and other systems (e.g., SAP ERP, SAP S/4HANA).
  Document Status: The status of the freight document may not allow it to be posted (e.g., it may be in a draft state).
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or system errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Data: Review the freight document for any missing or incorrect data. Ensure all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Verify Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the business system in SAP TM. Ensure that the system is properly set up to handle freight documents.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to post the document has the necessary authorizations. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Check Integration Settings: If the freight document is supposed to integrate with another system, verify that the integration settings are correct and that there are no connectivity issues.
  Document Status: Ensure that the freight document is in a status that allows it to be posted. If it is in draft status, it may need to be finalized first.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that can provide more context on why the posting failed.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMB/TM for Transportation Management.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for Transportation Management to understand the requirements and processes for posting freight documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.