How To Fix /SCMTMS/BATCH_80045 - Freight unit building rule not set; selection by default

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/BATCH_80 -

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Freight unit building rule not set; selection by default

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/BATCH_80045 - Freight unit building rule not set; selection by default ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/BATCH_80045 indicates that there is an issue with the freight unit building process in SAP Transportation Management (TM). Specifically, it means that a freight unit building rule has not been defined, and as a result, the system is defaulting to a selection method that may not be optimal for your needs.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Freight Unit Building Rule: The primary cause of this error is that there is no freight unit building rule configured in the system. Freight unit building rules are essential for determining how freight units are created based on various criteria such as shipment type, transportation mode, or other relevant parameters.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings of the Transportation Management module, which could lead to the absence of the necessary rules.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: In some cases, the relevant master data (like transportation lanes, shipping points, etc.) may not be properly maintained, leading to the inability to apply a freight unit building rule.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Freight Unit Building Rules:
  
  Go to the SAP TM configuration settings.
  Navigate to the section for defining freight unit building rules.
  Create or modify the rules as necessary to ensure that they align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the Transportation Management module to ensure that all necessary parameters are set up correctly.
  Ensure that the freight unit building rules are assigned to the relevant transportation lanes or shipment types.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to transportation management, such as shipping points, transportation lanes, and other relevant data.
  Ensure that all necessary data is complete and accurate.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the freight unit building process works as expected without triggering the error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/FUBR to access freight unit building rules or /SCMTMS/CONFIG for configuration settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring freight unit building rules and understanding the transportation management processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCMTMS/BATCH_80045 and ensure that your freight unit building process operates smoothly.