How To Fix /SCMTMS/GNT_CUST012 - Enter a valid activity scheme in layout &2; scheme &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/GNT_CUST -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Enter a valid activity scheme in layout &2; scheme &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/GNT_CUST012 - Enter a valid activity scheme in layout &2; scheme &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/GNT_CUST012 indicates that there is an issue with the activity scheme being referenced in the layout. Specifically, the error states that the scheme you are trying to use (scheme &1) does not exist in the system, and therefore, you need to enter a valid activity scheme in the specified layout (&2).
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Activity Scheme: The activity scheme you are trying to use has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the activity scheme is not properly defined or linked to the layout.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the specified activity scheme.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the activity scheme.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Activity Scheme:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually under the Transportation Management module) and verify if the activity scheme exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference in the layout.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Activity Scheme:
  
  If the activity scheme is missing, create a new one using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., /SCMTMS/ACTIVITY_SCHEME).
  Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Layout Configuration:
  
  Check the layout configuration to ensure that it is correctly referencing the existing activity scheme.
  Make any necessary adjustments to point to a valid activity scheme.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the activity scheme. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring activity schemes and layouts in the Transportation Management module.
  
  
  
  System Refresh:
  
  If changes have been made, ensure that the system is refreshed or that any necessary transport requests have been moved to the appropriate environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing activity schemes and layouts in SAP TM (Transportation Management).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that a valid activity scheme is being used in the specified layout.