How To Fix /SCMTMS/COMMON085 - Group &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/COMMON -

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Group &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/COMMON085 - Group &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/COMMON085 Group &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a group (such as a transportation group, planning group, or similar) that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The group referenced in the error message has not been created or configured in the system.
  Incorrect Group Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the configuration or in the transaction where the error is triggered.
  Transport Request Issues: If the group was recently created or modified, it may not have been transported correctly to the system where the error is occurring.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Group Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP TM (e.g., SPRO) and verify if the group exists.
  If it does not exist, create the group as per the business requirements.
  
  
  
  Verify Group Name:
  
  Double-check the spelling and format of the group name in the transaction or configuration where the error is occurring.
  Ensure that the correct group is being referenced.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the group was recently created, ensure that the transport request containing the group has been successfully imported into the target system.
  Check the transport logs for any errors or issues during the import process.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the group.
  Review the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the group in question and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/ related transactions for configuration and monitoring.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.