How To Fix /SCMTMS/BATCH_80118 - Carrier: sign &1, option &2: &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/BATCH_80 -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Carrier: sign &1, option &2: &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/BATCH_80118 - Carrier: sign &1, option &2: &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/BATCH_80118 typically relates to issues in the Transportation Management System (TMS) within SAP. This error message indicates a problem with the carrier configuration or the transportation planning process. The message format suggests that it involves a specific carrier (indicated by &1), an option (indicated by &2), and a specific issue or detail (indicated by &3).
  Cause:
  
  Carrier Configuration Issues: The carrier specified may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing or incorrect settings for the carrier in the TMS.
  Incompatible Options: The options specified for the carrier may not be compatible with the current transportation request or planning scenario.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data for the carrier, such as routes, transportation lanes, or conditions, may be missing or incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the necessary data for the specified carrier.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Carrier Configuration: 
  
  Go to the TMS configuration and verify that the carrier is correctly set up. Ensure that all necessary parameters are filled out.
  Check if the carrier is active and has the required transportation lanes defined.
  
  
  
  Review Options:
  
  Ensure that the options being used for the carrier are valid and supported. This may involve checking the documentation or configuration settings for the carrier.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all required master data related to the carrier is complete. This includes checking routes, transportation lanes, and any other relevant data.
  If necessary, create or update the missing master data.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the carrier and its related data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging or logging to capture more detailed information about the error. This can help identify the root cause.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLANNING or /SCMTMS/CONFIG to access the relevant configuration and planning areas in TMS.
  SAP Help Portal: The SAP Help Portal provides documentation and guides on configuring and troubleshooting TMS.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be useful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.