How To Fix /SCMB/TMSRES_BP012 - Driver &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TMSRES_BP -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Driver &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TMSRES_BP012 - Driver &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TMSRES_BP012 Driver &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when the system is unable to find a specified driver for a business process or resource. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing components, or incorrect settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Driver Configuration: The driver specified in the error message may not be configured in the system.
  Incorrect Driver Name: The name of the driver might be misspelled or incorrectly referenced in the configuration.
  Transport Management System (TMS) Issues: If the system is part of a transport landscape, there may be issues with the transport configuration.
  System Upgrade or Changes: Changes made during a system upgrade or patching might have led to the driver being removed or not properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Driver Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., /SCMB/DRIVER or similar) and verify that the driver exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the driver name matches exactly with what is being referenced in the error message.
  
  
  
  Correct Driver Name:
  
  If the driver name is incorrect, update the configuration to use the correct driver name.
  
  
  
  Transport Management System (TMS) Configuration:
  
  If the issue is related to TMS, check the TMS configuration to ensure that all necessary components are correctly set up and that the transport routes are functioning properly.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Restore Driver:
  
  If the driver is missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  
  
  
  Check for System Notes or Patches:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or patches that might address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases updates that fix known issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to the specific module or functionality you are working with to ensure that all necessary components are in place.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMB/DRIVER, /SCMB/TMS, or others that pertain to your specific SCM setup.
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to /SCMB/TMSRES_BP012 for any specific guidance or patches.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCMB/TMSRES_BP012 Driver &1 does not exist.