How To Fix /SCMTMS/FWAQ_MSG001 - Cannot find matching SPs; select a leading charge type for item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FWAQ_MSG -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Cannot find matching SPs; select a leading charge type for item &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FWAQ_MSG001 - Cannot find matching SPs; select a leading charge type for item &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FWAQ_MSG001 Cannot find matching SPs; select a leading charge type for item &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the charge types or service providers (SPs) associated with a transportation item.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Charge Type: The system cannot find a suitable charge type for the transportation item specified. This can happen if the charge type is not defined or not properly configured in the system.
  Service Provider Configuration: The service provider may not be set up correctly, or there may be no valid service providers available for the selected charge type.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the transportation item, such as missing or incorrect entries in the master data.
  Item Configuration: The item may not have a leading charge type assigned, which is necessary for the system to process the transportation charges.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Charge Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for charge types in SAP TM and ensure that the required charge types are defined and active.
  Verify that the charge type is correctly assigned to the relevant service providers.
  
  
  
  Assign Leading Charge Type:
  
  In the transportation item, ensure that a leading charge type is selected. This can usually be done in the item details or during the creation of the transportation order.
  
  
  
  Review Service Provider Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the service providers to ensure they are set up correctly and are linked to the appropriate charge types.
  Make sure that the service providers are active and available for the transportation scenario you are working with.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Review the master data related to the transportation item, including the customer, vendor, and any other relevant entities, to ensure that all necessary data is complete and consistent.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring charge types and service providers in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transportation order again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/ORDER to access transportation orders or /SCMTMS/CHARGE for charge type configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your transportation items are processed correctly in SAP TM.