How To Fix /SCMTMS/GNT_VIS040 - Activity type &1 is missing in Color Schemes of Activity customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/GNT_VIS -

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Activity type &1 is missing in Color Schemes of Activity customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/GNT_VIS040 - Activity type &1 is missing in Color Schemes of Activity customizing ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/GNT_VIS040 indicates that there is a missing activity type in the color schemes of the activity customizing for the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when the system is trying to display or process activities that are not properly configured in the customizing settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specific activity type referenced in the error message is not defined in the color schemes of the activity customizing settings.
  Transport Management Configuration: The configuration for the transportation management activities may not have been completed or may have been altered incorrectly.
  System Upgrade or Changes: If there has been a recent upgrade or changes to the system, it may have affected the existing configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Access Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and enter the transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to the following path: SAP Reference IMG -> Logistics Execution -> Transportation Management -> Basic Settings -> Define Color Schemes for Activities.
  
  
  
  Check Activity Types:
  
  In the color schemes configuration, check if the activity type mentioned in the error message (represented by &1) is listed.
  If it is missing, you will need to add it to the configuration.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Activity Type:
  
  If the activity type is not present, create a new entry for it in the color schemes.
  Assign the appropriate color and other settings as required.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After saving, test the relevant transaction or process that triggered the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for SAP Transportation Management for detailed information on configuring activity types and color schemes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that all necessary activity types are properly configured in the color schemes, you should be able to resolve the error and continue using the SAP Transportation Management System without issues.