How To Fix /SCMTMS/GLOBAL_TRADE152 - Business document &1; cannot open transit procedure (error code &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/GLOBAL_TRADE -

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Business document &1; cannot open transit procedure (error code &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/GLOBAL_TRADE152 - Business document &1; cannot open transit procedure (error code &2) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/GLOBAL_TRADE152 indicates that there is an issue with opening a transit procedure for a specific business document in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS). The error message typically includes two placeholders: &1 for the business document and &2 for the error code.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including but not limited to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The transit procedure may not be properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or open the transit procedure.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the business document that prevent the transit procedure from being opened.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or issues with the TMS setup that are preventing the transit procedure from being accessed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the transit procedure is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings in the TMS configuration and ensuring that all necessary parameters are set.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the transit procedure. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user roles are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Validate Business Document:
  
  Check the business document referenced in the error message for any inconsistencies or missing data. Ensure that all required fields are filled out and that the document is in a valid state.
  
  
  
  Check Error Code:
  
  Look up the specific error code &2 provided in the error message for more detailed information. This may give you additional context on what is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs) that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its documentation and may have provided solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details, including the business document and error code.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TMS, such as /SCMTMS/TRANS for managing transportation processes.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Transportation Management and Global Trade Management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /SCMTMS/GLOBAL_TRADE152.