How To Fix /SCMTMS/BATCH_80194 - Forwarding order &1 item &2: Service date defaulted to today's date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/BATCH_80 -

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Forwarding order &1 item &2: Service date defaulted to today's date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/BATCH_80194 - Forwarding order &1 item &2: Service date defaulted to today's date ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/BATCH_80194 indicates that for a specific forwarding order and item, the system has defaulted the service date to today's date. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system cannot determine a valid service date based on the provided data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Service Date: The forwarding order item does not have a predefined service date.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the transportation management system that do not allow for the proper determination of service dates.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data (e.g., transportation lanes, shipping points) that affect the determination of service dates.
  Business Rules: The business rules defined in the system may not allow for the calculation of a service date based on the current data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Forwarding Order Item: Review the forwarding order item to ensure that a service date is specified. If it is missing, you should enter a valid service date.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP TM related to service date determination. Ensure that the necessary settings are in place to allow the system to calculate or default the service date correctly.
  Master Data Review: Ensure that all relevant master data (e.g., transportation lanes, shipping points, and other related data) is complete and accurate. This includes checking for any missing or incorrect entries that could affect service date determination.
  Business Rules: Review the business rules defined in the system to ensure they align with your operational requirements. Adjust them if necessary to allow for proper service date determination.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on service date determination.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/FO to access forwarding orders and review their details.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the service date determination is failing.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to prevent it from occurring in the future.