How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG040 - Means of transport type &1 found as basis for FA/tariff determination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Means of transport type &1 found as basis for FA/tariff determination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG040 - Means of transport type &1 found as basis for FA/tariff determination ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG040 typically indicates that there is an issue related to the determination of the means of transport type for freight agreements or tariff determination in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module. This error suggests that the system has found a means of transport type that is not valid or not properly configured for the freight agreement or tariff determination process.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The means of transport type may not be correctly configured in the system. This could include missing or incorrect settings in the transport type master data.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the means of transport type may be missing or incomplete.
  Incompatibility: The means of transport type found may not be compatible with the freight agreement or the specific transportation scenario being processed.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the means of transport type, such as incorrect assignments or relationships with other master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the means of transport type in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set up.
  Verify Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the means of transport type is complete and accurate. This includes checking the transport type, freight agreements, and any related settings.
  Review Freight Agreements: Check the freight agreements and ensure that they are correctly set up to use the means of transport type in question.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring means of transport types and freight agreements.
  Testing: After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the freight determination process works as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/FA for freight agreements or /SCMTMS/MT for means of transport types to access and modify the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP TM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.