How To Fix /SCMTMS/MSG050 - Executing party of &1 &2 is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MSG -

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Executing party of &1 &2 is unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MSG050 - Executing party of &1 &2 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MSG050 Executing party of &1 &2 is unknown typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the system cannot identify the executing party for a specific transportation request or process. The placeholders &1 and &2 usually represent specific identifiers related to the transportation request or document.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The executing party (e.g., carrier, vendor, or customer) may not be defined in the system or may be missing relevant master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the transportation management settings that prevent the system from recognizing the executing party.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the transportation request, such as incorrect or incomplete entries.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the executing party's data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the executing party (e.g., carrier, vendor) is correctly defined in the system.
  Ensure that all necessary master data is complete and accurate.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that the executing party is properly set up.
  Ensure that the relevant transportation planning settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the transportation request or document for any missing or incorrect information.
  Make sure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process the executing party's data.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on the specific error message and its context.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the error is occurring.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PRC (for transportation requests) or /SCMTMS/PLN (for planning) to access relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.