How To Fix /SCMTMS/DG005 - Dangerous goods check not active for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/DG -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Dangerous goods check not active for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/DG005 - Dangerous goods check not active for &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/DG005 Dangerous goods check not active for &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a dangerous goods check is attempted, but the system is not configured to perform this check for the specified object (e.g., shipment, transportation request, etc.).
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The dangerous goods check may not be activated for the specific transportation object or the relevant configuration settings in SAP TM.
  Missing Master Data: The material or product being transported may not have the necessary dangerous goods data maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object for which the dangerous goods check is being performed may not be eligible for such checks.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Dangerous Goods Check:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP TM and ensure that the dangerous goods check is activated for the relevant transportation object.
  This can typically be done in the customizing settings under Transportation Management > Dangerous Goods Management.
  
  
  
  Maintain Dangerous Goods Data:
  
  Ensure that the materials or products involved in the transportation have the necessary dangerous goods data maintained in the material master. This includes classifications, UN numbers, and any other relevant information.
  You can check this in the material master record (transaction code MM02) under the Dangerous Goods tab.
  
  
  
  Check Object Type:
  
  Verify that the object you are trying to process is indeed eligible for a dangerous goods check. If it is not, you may need to adjust your process or select a different object.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to perform dangerous goods checks.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on configuring dangerous goods checks in your specific version of SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring dangerous goods checks.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP TM and dangerous goods management for a deeper understanding of the configuration and processes involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that dangerous goods checks are properly configured and functioning in your SAP system.