How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG396 - Strategy not created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 396

• Message text: Strategy not created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG396 - Strategy not created ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG396 Strategy not created typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of transportation strategies. This error indicates that the system is unable to find or create a transportation strategy for the given conditions.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The transportation strategy may not be configured properly in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant customizing tables.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters or conditions defined for the transportation strategy may not match the data being processed, leading to the inability to create a strategy.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data, such as missing or incorrect transportation lanes, shipping points, or other related data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or access the transportation strategy.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO) and navigate to the Transportation Management settings. Ensure that the transportation strategies are correctly defined and activated.
  Verify that all necessary parameters for the strategy are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to transportation, such as transportation lanes, shipping points, and other relevant data. Ensure that all required data is complete and accurate.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Conditions:
  
  Review the conditions under which the strategy is being created. Ensure that the data being processed meets the criteria defined for the transportation strategy.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify transportation strategies. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the failure occurs. This may require technical expertise in SAP ABAP.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to transportation management for any specific guidance or known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/STRATEGY for managing transportation strategies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the problem continues, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.