How To Fix /SCMTMS/DG021 - DG indicator profile for product &1 is set but no DG master data exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/DG -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: DG indicator profile for product &1 is set but no DG master data exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/DG021 - DG indicator profile for product &1 is set but no DG master data exists ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/DG021 indicates that a Dangerous Goods (DG) indicator profile has been set for a product, but there is no corresponding Dangerous Goods master data available in the system. This can occur in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when handling products that are classified as dangerous goods.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Dangerous Goods Master Data: The primary cause of this error is that the system expects Dangerous Goods master data for the specified product, but it has not been created or is incomplete.
  Incorrect Product Configuration: The product may have been incorrectly configured to require Dangerous Goods handling without the necessary master data being set up.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the Dangerous Goods data may not have been transferred correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Create or Update Dangerous Goods Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the Dangerous Goods master data in SAP.
  Create a new Dangerous Goods master record for the product in question or update the existing record to ensure it is complete.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out, including the DG classification, packaging group, and any other relevant information.
  
  
  
  Check Product Configuration:
  
  Review the product configuration in the material master to ensure that the Dangerous Goods indicator is set correctly.
  If the product should not be classified as dangerous goods, consider removing the DG indicator profile from the product.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the Dangerous Goods data is consistent and correctly linked to the product.
  Check for any inconsistencies or missing data that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on setting up Dangerous Goods master data and understanding the requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to access the material master and check the Dangerous Goods settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling Dangerous Goods data.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify Dangerous Goods master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCMTMS/DG021 and ensure that your Dangerous Goods handling processes are functioning correctly.