How To Fix /SCMTMS/SCH_UPLOAD116 - Record &1: BP (carrier) with IATA airline code &2 does not exist in Cust.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SCH_UPLOAD -

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Record &1: BP (carrier) with IATA airline code &2 does not exist in Cust.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH_UPLOAD116 - Record &1: BP (carrier) with IATA airline code &2 does not exist in Cust. ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH_UPLOAD116 indicates that there is an issue with a Business Partner (BP) record related to a carrier in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) system. Specifically, the error states that the Business Partner with the specified IATA airline code does not exist in the customer master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Business Partner: The Business Partner (carrier) with the specified IATA airline code is not created or does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect IATA Code: The IATA airline code provided in the upload might be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Upload Issues: If this error occurs during a data upload, it may be due to incorrect mapping or formatting of the data being uploaded.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Business Partner:
  
  Check if the Business Partner (carrier) with the specified IATA code exists in the system.
  You can do this by navigating to the Business Partner transaction (e.g., using transaction code BP) and searching for the IATA code.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Business Partner:
  
  If the Business Partner does not exist, you will need to create it. Ensure that you include the correct IATA airline code and other relevant details.
  Use the transaction code BP to create a new Business Partner and fill in the necessary information.
  
  
  
  Check IATA Code:
  
  Ensure that the IATA code you are using is correct. You can cross-reference it with a reliable source or database of IATA codes.
  
  
  
  Data Upload Review:
  
  If the error occurs during a data upload, review the data file for any discrepancies or formatting issues.
  Ensure that the IATA codes in the upload file match the existing Business Partners in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing Business Partners and handling data uploads in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Role: Ensure that the Business Partner is assigned the correct role (e.g., carrier) that allows it to be used in transportation management processes.
  Master Data Management: Proper management of master data is crucial in SAP TM. Regular audits and updates of Business Partner records can help prevent such errors.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the necessary Business Partner records are correctly set up in your SAP system.