How To Fix /SCMTMS/IDM026 - No Carrier found in SAP TM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/IDM -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: No Carrier found in SAP TM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/IDM026 - No Carrier found in SAP TM ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/IDM026 No Carrier found in SAP Transportation Management (TM) typically indicates that the system was unable to find a suitable carrier for a transportation requirement or shipment. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  Carrier Selection Criteria: The criteria defined for carrier selection may be too restrictive or not aligned with the available carriers. This includes parameters like transportation mode, service level, or route.
  
  
  Carrier Master Data: The carrier master data may not be properly maintained. This includes missing or incorrect information about the carriers, such as their capabilities, service areas, or availability.
  
  
  Transportation Lane Configuration: The transportation lanes may not be configured correctly. If there are no valid transportation lanes between the source and destination, the system will not find a carrier.
  
  
  Capacity Issues: The selected carriers may not have the capacity to handle the shipment based on the defined requirements (e.g., weight, volume).
  
  
  Inactive Carriers: The carriers may be inactive or not available for the specific transportation request.
  
  
  Time Constraints: The time constraints for the shipment may not align with the carriers' schedules, leading to no available options.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Review Carrier Selection Criteria: Check the criteria used for carrier selection in the transportation request. Ensure that they are not overly restrictive and that they align with the available carriers.
  
  
  Check Carrier Master Data: Verify that the carrier master data is complete and accurate. Ensure that the carriers are active and have the necessary capabilities for the shipment.
  
  
  Validate Transportation Lane Configuration: Ensure that the transportation lanes are correctly configured for the origin and destination of the shipment. This includes checking the validity of the lanes and the associated carriers.
  
  
  Assess Carrier Capacity: Review the capacity of the selected carriers to ensure they can accommodate the shipment's requirements. If necessary, consider adjusting the shipment details or selecting different carriers.
  
  
  Activate Carriers: If the carriers are inactive, consider activating them or selecting alternative carriers that are available.
  
  
  Adjust Time Constraints: If time constraints are causing the issue, consider adjusting the shipment dates or times to align with carrier availability.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/IDM to access the carrier selection and management functionalities in SAP TM.
  Logs and Monitoring: Check the logs and monitoring tools in SAP TM to get more insights into the carrier selection process and identify any specific issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation and help resources for detailed guidance on carrier selection and transportation management processes.
  
  By systematically addressing these areas, you should be able to resolve the /SCMTMS/IDM026 No Carrier found error and successfully find a suitable carrier for your transportation needs.