How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG890 - Carrier &1 is an internet user and does not have MIME type maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 890

• Message text: Carrier &1 is an internet user and does not have MIME type maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG890 - Carrier &1 is an internet user and does not have MIME type maintained ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG890 indicates that a carrier is set up as an internet user but does not have a MIME type maintained in the system. This can lead to issues when trying to process transportation management tasks that involve this carrier.
  Cause:
  
  Carrier Configuration: The carrier is configured as an internet user in the SAP system, but the necessary MIME type (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) is not defined for this user. MIME types are used to specify the nature and format of a document, which is essential for proper handling of data exchanges.
  Missing MIME Type: The system requires a MIME type to be associated with the carrier for it to function correctly in scenarios such as sending notifications, documents, or other communications.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the MIME type for the carrier in the SAP system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Carrier Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the relevant transaction for managing carriers, typically found under the Logistics or Transportation Management modules.
  
  
  
  Edit Carrier Details:
  
  Find the carrier that is causing the error.
  Open the carrier's configuration details.
  
  
  
  Maintain MIME Type:
  
  Look for a field or section related to MIME types.
  Enter the appropriate MIME type for the carrier. Common MIME types include:
  
  text/html for HTML documents
  application/pdf for PDF documents
  application/xml for XML documents
  
  
  Ensure that the MIME type you enter is suitable for the type of documents or communications you expect to send to or receive from the carrier.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the MIME type, save your changes.
  It may be necessary to restart any relevant processes or sessions to ensure the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After maintaining the MIME type, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the carrier can be used as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring carriers and MIME types in your specific version of SAP.
  Support: If you continue to experience issues after maintaining the MIME type, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/ for Transportation Management to navigate the system effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the carrier can be utilized properly within your SAP environment.