How To Fix /SCMTMS/MSG169 - Consolidation parameter of forwarding order and booking do not match

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MSG -

• Message number: 169

• Message text: Consolidation parameter of forwarding order and booking do not match

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MSG169 - Consolidation parameter of forwarding order and booking do not match ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MSG169 indicates that there is a mismatch between the consolidation parameters of a forwarding order and a booking in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when the settings or parameters defined for the forwarding order do not align with those defined for the associated booking.
  Cause:
  
  Parameter Mismatch: The consolidation parameters (such as consolidation group, consolidation type, etc.) set in the forwarding order do not match those in the booking.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the TMS that are not aligned, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation of forwarding orders or bookings can lead to discrepancies.
  Transport Planning: If the transport planning process has not been followed correctly, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Parameters: Review the consolidation parameters in both the forwarding order and the booking. Ensure that they match. This includes checking:
  
  Consolidation group
  Consolidation type
  Any other relevant parameters
  
  
  
  Adjust Settings: If discrepancies are found, adjust the parameters in either the forwarding order or the booking to ensure they are consistent.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the TMS to ensure that they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the customizing settings in SPRO related to transportation management.
  
  
  Recreate Entries: If manual errors are suspected, consider recreating the forwarding order or booking with the correct parameters.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to TMS for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/FO for forwarding orders and /SCMTMS/BOOK for bookings to access and review the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCMTMS/MSG169.