How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG183 - Allocation cannot be created as carrier is blank

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 183

• Message text: Allocation cannot be created as carrier is blank

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG183 - Allocation cannot be created as carrier is blank ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG183 indicates that an allocation cannot be created because the carrier information is missing or blank. This error typically occurs in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module when trying to create a transportation allocation without specifying a carrier.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Carrier Information: The most common cause of this error is that the carrier field is not filled in the relevant transportation document (e.g., transportation requirement, freight order, etc.).
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the transportation management system, such as missing settings for carrier determination.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data related to carriers, such as missing or incorrect entries in the carrier master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Carrier Assignment:
  
  Ensure that a carrier is assigned to the transportation document you are working with. This can usually be done in the relevant transaction or screen where you create or edit the transportation document.
  If you are using a freight order, check the "Carrier" field and ensure it is populated.
  
  
  
  Carrier Master Data:
  
  Verify that the carrier master data is correctly maintained. Go to the carrier master data and check if the carrier is active and properly configured.
  Ensure that the carrier has the necessary transportation capabilities and is assigned to the relevant transportation lanes.
  
  
  
  Carrier Determination:
  
  If you are using automatic carrier determination, check the configuration settings for carrier determination in the SAP TM customizing settings. Ensure that the rules for carrier selection are correctly defined.
  You may need to run the carrier determination process again to ensure a carrier is assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Transportation Planning:
  
  If you are in the planning phase, ensure that the planning process has been executed correctly and that the system has had the opportunity to assign a carrier.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on carrier assignment and transportation management processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/ALLOCATION for allocations, /SCMTMS/FREIGHT for freight orders, and others that may be relevant to your process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify transportation documents and carrier assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create the allocation in SAP TM.