How To Fix /SCMTMS/IDM004 - BP &1 does not have role "Carrier" (CRM010)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/IDM -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: BP &1 does not have role "Carrier" (CRM010)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/IDM004 - BP &1 does not have role "Carrier" (CRM010) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/IDM004 BP &1 does not have role "Carrier" (CRM010) typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a Business Partner (BP) is being processed, but the required role for that BP is not assigned. In this case, the role "Carrier" is necessary for the BP to be recognized as a carrier in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Role Assignment: The Business Partner (BP) in question does not have the "Carrier" role assigned to it. This role is essential for the BP to be used in transportation processes.
  Incorrect BP Configuration: The BP may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to the absence of the required roles.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that prevent the system from recognizing the BP as a carrier.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign the Carrier Role:
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (BP) in SAP.
  Search for the Business Partner using the relevant search criteria.
  Once you find the BP, open it for editing.
  Navigate to the "Roles" section and check if the "Carrier" role is listed.
  If it is not, you need to add the "Carrier" role to the BP.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Verify Role Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the "Carrier" role is correctly configured in the system. This can be done by checking the role settings in the Business Partner role configuration.
  Make sure that the necessary data for the role is filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any inconsistencies in the data related to the Business Partner.
  You may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to ensure that the data is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: In SAP, Business Partners can have multiple roles assigned to them, such as Customer, Vendor, Carrier, etc. Each role defines the specific functions and data relevant to that partner.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage and configure Business Partners in the system.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to Business Partner roles.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on Business Partner roles and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the Business Partner is correctly set up as a carrier in the SAP system.