How To Fix /SCMTMS/MC_PATH_FIND016 - Direct path from &1 to &2 is invalid (no lane or schedule)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MC_PATH_FIND -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Direct path from &1 to &2 is invalid (no lane or schedule)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_PATH_FIND016 - Direct path from &1 to &2 is invalid (no lane or schedule) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_PATH_FIND016 indicates that there is no valid transportation lane or schedule between the specified locations (from &1 to &2) in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) system. This error typically arises when trying to create or process a transportation request or shipment, and the system cannot find a defined route or schedule for the specified source and destination.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Transportation Lane: There may not be a defined transportation lane between the two locations. Transportation lanes are used to define the routes that can be taken between locations, including the means of transport and the service provider.
  
  
  No Schedule Defined: Even if a transportation lane exists, there may not be a schedule defined for the lane, meaning that there are no planned transport services available for the specified time frame.
  
  
  Incorrect Location Data: The locations specified may be incorrect or not properly maintained in the system, leading to the inability to find a valid path.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the transportation lanes, such as missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transportation Lanes:
  
  Go to the Transportation Lane configuration in SAP TM and verify if a transportation lane exists between the specified locations.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create a new transportation lane that defines the route, means of transport, and service provider.
  
  
  
  Define Schedules:
  
  If a transportation lane exists but lacks a schedule, you will need to define a schedule for that lane. This can be done in the scheduling section of the transportation lane configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Location Data:
  
  Ensure that the locations (from &1 and to &2) are correctly defined in the system. Check for any typos or incorrect entries in the location master data.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to the transportation lanes and ensure that all necessary information is correctly maintained. This includes checking the validity dates, transport modes, and service providers.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on configuring transportation lanes and schedules.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transportation request or shipment again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TL for transportation lanes and /SCMTMS/TS for transportation scheduling to access the relevant configuration areas.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify transportation lanes and schedules in the SAP TM system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /SCMTMS/MC_PATH_FIND016.