How To Fix /SCMTMS/MSG053 - Transportation unit resource ID &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MSG -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Transportation unit resource ID &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MSG053 - Transportation unit resource ID &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MSG053 Transportation unit resource ID &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a transportation unit resource with the specified ID. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Resource ID: The transportation unit resource ID specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect reference.
  Data Deletion: The resource may have been deleted or not properly created in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of transportation units or resources in the SAP TM module.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the transportation unit resource.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Resource ID: Check the transportation unit resource ID mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to list transportation unit resources.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Resource: If the resource does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done through the relevant configuration or master data transaction in SAP TM.
  
  If the resource was deleted, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it based on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for transportation units and resources in SAP TM. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the transportation unit resources. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations if necessary.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing transportation unit resources in SAP TM.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/TU for managing transportation units.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support 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.