How To Fix /SCMTMS/CFIR018 - BTD item type code not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/CFIR -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: BTD item type code not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/CFIR018 - BTD item type code not maintained ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/CFIR018 BTD item type code not maintained typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of the Business Transaction Document (BTD) item type code. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid item type code for the business transaction being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The item type code for the business transaction is not maintained in the system. This could be due to incomplete configuration during the setup of the Transportation Management module.
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping between the business transaction and the item type code may not be correctly defined.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the system not recognizing the item type code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Item Type Code:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP TM.
  Navigate to the relevant area where item types are defined (usually under the Transportation Management settings).
  Ensure that the item type code is properly maintained for the relevant business transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Verify the customizing settings for the Transportation Management module to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  Check if the item type code is linked to the correct business transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the master data related to the business transaction is complete and accurate.
  Check if there are any missing entries or incorrect data that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to the specific version of SAP TM you are using for any additional guidance on maintaining item type codes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration or SE11 for checking table entries related to item types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the configuration and ensuring that the item type code is properly maintained, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCMTMS/CFIR018 BTD item type code not maintained.