How To Fix /SCMTMS/MC_PATH_FIND018 - All existing &3 paths from &1 to &2 are invalid; no lane or schedule

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MC_PATH_FIND -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: All existing &3 paths from &1 to &2 are invalid; no lane or schedule

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_PATH_FIND018 - All existing &3 paths from &1 to &2 are invalid; no lane or schedule ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_PATH_FIND018 indicates that the system is unable to find a valid transportation path between two locations. Specifically, it states that all existing paths from the source location (&1) to the destination location (&2) are invalid because there is no lane or schedule defined for those paths.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Transportation Lane: There may not be a defined transportation lane between the two locations in the Transportation Management (TM) system.
  No Valid Schedule: Even if a lane exists, there may not be a valid schedule associated with that lane, meaning there are no planned transportation activities.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the TM settings that prevent the system from recognizing valid paths.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to the transportation lanes, such as incorrect location data or missing transportation service providers.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transportation Lanes:
  
  Go to the Transportation Management configuration and verify that a transportation lane exists between the specified locations.
  If it does not exist, create a new transportation lane that defines the route, including the source and destination locations.
  
  
  
  Define Schedules:
  
  Ensure that there are valid schedules defined for the transportation lane. This includes setting up the frequency and timing of transportation activities.
  You can do this in the TM system by navigating to the relevant scheduling settings.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the locations involved. Ensure that the locations are correctly defined and that all necessary data is complete.
  Verify that the transportation service providers are correctly assigned to the lanes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP TM system to ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  Make sure that the system is configured to recognize the transportation lanes and schedules.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transportation planning process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLANNING or /SCMTMS/LANE to access the relevant settings and data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Transportation Management for detailed guidance on setting up transportation lanes and schedules.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP TM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that valid transportation paths are available for planning.