How To Fix /SCMB/TM_MSG021 - Sending change to shipping and receiving has failed

/SCMB/TM_MSG021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TM_MSG -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Sending change to shipping and receiving has failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TM_MSG021 - Sending change to shipping and receiving has failed ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TM_MSG021 indicates that there was a failure in sending changes to shipping and receiving in the Transportation Management (TM) module. This error can occur due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the Transportation Management system or in the integration with other modules (like SAP ERP or SAP S/4HANA) can lead to this error.
  Data Inconsistencies: Missing or inconsistent data in the documents being processed (e.g., shipment documents, delivery documents) can cause the system to fail when trying to send changes.
  Communication Problems: Issues with the communication between the TM system and the connected systems (like middleware or other SAP systems) can lead to failures in sending updates.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for the user or the system trying to send the changes can also result in this error.
  Technical Errors: Bugs or technical issues in