How To Fix /SCMTMS/GATEWAY008 - Unknown sorting property &1 for entity &2 of service &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/GATEWAY -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Unknown sorting property &1 for entity &2 of service &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/GATEWAY008 - Unknown sorting property &1 for entity &2 of service &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/GATEWAY008 Unknown sorting property &1 for entity &2 of service &3 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the sorting properties defined for a specific entity in a service call. This error indicates that the system is trying to use a sorting property that is not recognized or does not exist for the specified entity in the service.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Sorting Property: The sorting property specified in the request does not match any of the valid sorting properties defined for the entity in the service.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the service definition or the data model that leads to the system not recognizing the sorting property.
  Version Mismatch: If there are different versions of the service or entity definitions, the sorting property may exist in one version but not in another.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or developments, they may not be aligned with the standard definitions, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Sorting Properties: Verify the sorting properties that are defined for the entity in the service. You can do this by checking the service definition in the SAP Gateway or the relevant configuration settings in SAP TM.
  Correct the Request: If you are sending a request with a sorting property, ensure that it is valid and matches the properties defined for that entity. You may need to refer to the API documentation or service metadata.
  Review Custom Code: If there are custom developments involved, review the code to ensure that it is correctly referencing the sorting properties and entities.
  Update Service Definitions: If necessary, update the service definitions to include the required sorting properties or correct any discrepancies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant documentation for the specific version of SAP TM you are using to understand the valid sorting properties for the entities involved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to manage and check the services in the SAP Gateway.
  Debugging: If you have access, consider debugging the service call to trace where the error is occurring and gather more context about the request being made.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.