How To Fix /SCMTMS/MC_CON_CACHE162 - &1 entries without carrier

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MC_CON_CACHE -

• Message number: 162

• Message text: &1 entries without carrier

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_CON_CACHE162 - &1 entries without carrier ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_CON_CACHE162 typically indicates that there are entries in the transportation management system (TMS) that do not have an associated carrier. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when creating transportation requests, shipments, or during the planning process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Carrier Assignment: The most common cause is that the transportation request or shipment does not have a carrier assigned to it. This can happen if the carrier was not selected during the planning process or if there was an error in the assignment.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect carrier information in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the TMS settings that prevent the system from assigning carriers correctly.
  Incomplete Planning: If the planning process was not completed correctly, it may lead to entries without carriers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Carrier Assignment: Review the transportation request or shipment to ensure that a carrier has been assigned. If not, assign a carrier manually.
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for carriers to ensure that all necessary information is complete and correct. This includes checking the carrier's availability and their transportation lanes.
  Re-run Planning: If the issue arose during the planning process, try re-running the planning to see if the system can assign a carrier automatically.
  Configuration Review: Review the TMS configuration settings to ensure that everything is set up correctly for carrier assignment.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLN for planning or /SCMTMS/SHPMNT for shipment processing to investigate the issue further.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Transportation Management for detailed information on carrier assignment and planning processes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.