How To Fix /SCMTMS/CFIR159 - Attachment not transferred to new document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/CFIR -

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Attachment not transferred to new document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/CFIR159 - Attachment not transferred to new document ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/CFIR159 Attachment not transferred to new document typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with transferring attachments from one document to another during a process, such as when creating a follow-up document or when copying data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Attachments: The original document may not have any attachments, or the attachments may not be properly linked.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or transfer attachments.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent attachments from being transferred.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may not support attachment transfer.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or system errors.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Attachments: Verify that the original document has attachments and that they are correctly linked.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and transfer attachments.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that attachment transfer is enabled for the relevant document types.
  Document Type Compatibility: Confirm that the document types involved in the transfer support attachment transfer.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error message.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a technical issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Transportation Management for detailed information on document handling and attachments.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that may help in troubleshooting document and attachment issues (e.g., /SCMTMS/CFIR for managing freight orders).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.