How To Fix /SCMTMS/SCH079 - Deletion strategy &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SCH -

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Deletion strategy &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH079 - Deletion strategy &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH079 Deletion strategy &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is trying to reference a deletion strategy that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Deletion Strategy: The specified deletion strategy (indicated by &1) has not been created or is not active in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue where the deletion strategy is not properly set up in the relevant customizing settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Deletion Strategy Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Transportation Management.
  Check the configuration for deletion strategies to ensure that the strategy you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Deletion Strategy:
  
  If the deletion strategy does not exist, you may need to create it.
  If it exists but is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Consistency:
  
  Check the relevant tables (e.g., /SCMTMS/DELETION_STRATEGY) to ensure that the deletion strategy is correctly defined.
  Look for any inconsistencies or missing entries that might be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to deletion strategies in TM for any specific requirements or additional configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify deletion strategies.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration and SE11 or SE16 to view table entries.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on deletion strategies in TM.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community or other forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message related to the deletion strategy in SAP TM.