How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL331 - Contract basis &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL -

• Message number: 331

• Message text: Contract basis &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL331 - Contract basis &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL331 Contract basis &1 not found typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to find a specific contract basis that is referenced in a planning or execution process. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help resolve the issue.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Contract Basis: The most common cause is that the contract basis (e.g., a freight agreement or contract) referenced by the system does not exist in the database.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the transportation management settings that prevent the system from recognizing the contract basis.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the contract basis.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Basis: Verify that the contract basis referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to list existing contracts.
  Create or Update Contract: If the contract basis does not exist, you may need to create it. If it exists but is not correctly configured, you may need to update it.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This includes checking the settings for freight agreements and contract management.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data inconsistencies that may be causing the issue.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the contract basis. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/CONTRACT to manage contracts or /SCMTMS/PLN for planning-related activities.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  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.