How To Fix /SCMTMS/SB061 - Optimizer settings creation failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SB -

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Optimizer settings creation failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SB061 - Optimizer settings creation failed ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SB061 Optimizer settings creation failed typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration or settings related to the optimizer. This error can arise due to various reasons, including missing or incorrect configuration, issues with the underlying data, or system-related problems.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The optimizer settings may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data or transactional data that the optimizer relies on.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify optimizer settings.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues, such as database problems or system performance issues.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters set for the optimizer may not be valid or may conflict with each other.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Ensure that all necessary configurations for the optimizer are completed. This includes checking the settings in the SAP TM configuration for the optimizer.
  Review the customizing settings in transaction SPRO under the Transportation Management section.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data: 
  
  Check the master data (e.g., transportation lanes, freight units, etc.) to ensure that all required data is present and correctly maintained.
  Look for any inconsistencies or missing entries that could affect the optimizer.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user executing the optimizer has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Check Logs and Traces: 
  
  Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the failure.
  Use transaction ST22 to check for any dumps that may have occurred during the process.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Parameters: 
  
  If specific parameters are being used for the optimizer, try running the optimizer with default or different parameters to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: 
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any logs or screenshots.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/OPTIMIZER for optimizer settings and /SCMTMS/OPTIMIZER_LOG for viewing logs related to the optimizer.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Transportation Management, which may provide insights into the configuration and usage of the optimizer.
  Community 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 the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.