How To Fix /SCMTMS/INV_DISP014 - Role not specified in Customizing for approval level &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/INV_DISP -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Role not specified in Customizing for approval level &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/INV_DISP014 - Role not specified in Customizing for approval level &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/INV_DISP014 Role not specified in Customizing for approval level &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of approval levels for transportation processes. This error indicates that a required role for a specific approval level has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Role Configuration: The error arises when the system expects a role to be defined for a specific approval level, but it has not been configured in the Customizing settings.
  Incorrect Customizing Settings: The approval level may not have been properly set up in the Customizing transaction, leading to the system being unable to find the necessary role.
  Transport Management Configuration: If the transport management process is not correctly configured, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the appropriate roles are defined for the specified approval level in the Customizing settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and enter the transaction code SPRO to access the Customizing Implementation Guide.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Relevant Path:
  
  Follow the path: SAP Reference IMG -> Logistics Execution -> Transportation Management -> Basic Settings -> Define Approval Levels.
  
  
  
  Check Approval Levels:
  
  In the approval levels configuration, check the approval level specified in the error message (denoted as &1).
  Ensure that a role is assigned to this approval level. If it is missing, you will need to create or assign the appropriate role.
  
  
  
  Assign Roles:
  
  If the role does not exist, you may need to create a new role or assign an existing role that fits the requirements of the approval level.
  Make sure that the role has the necessary authorizations for the tasks it needs to perform.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After saving, test the process that was causing the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Roles: Ensure that the roles assigned have the necessary authorizations for the actions required in the transportation management process.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides for detailed information on configuring approval levels and roles in SAP TM.
  Support: If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in Transportation Management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the approval levels are correctly configured in your SAP system.