How To Fix /SCMTMS/MC_MAP_VTC162 - Assign freight order stages to &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MC_MAP_VTC -

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Assign freight order stages to &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_MAP_VTC162 - Assign freight order stages to &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_MAP_VTC162 Assign freight order stages to &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of freight order stages. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary mapping for the freight order stages to the specified freight order type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The freight order stages have not been properly assigned to the freight order type in the system.
  Incorrect Mapping: There may be an incorrect or incomplete mapping of the freight order stages to the relevant transportation management processes.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be correctly handling the freight order stages.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics Execution -> Transportation -> Transportation Management -> Freight Order -> Define Freight Order Stages.
  Ensure that the freight order stages are correctly defined and assigned to the relevant freight order types.
  
  
  
  Assign Stages:
  
  If the stages are not assigned, you will need to create the necessary assignments. This involves linking the freight order stages to the specific freight order types that you are using in your processes.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments related to freight order processing, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the freight order stages and does not interfere with the standard mapping.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that the transport requests containing the configuration changes are moved to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform testing to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the freight order stages are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for Transportation Management to understand the configuration and mapping of freight order stages better.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.