How To Fix /SCMTMS/SFIR003 - FSD &1: Document type does not exist in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SFIR -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: FSD &1: Document type does not exist in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR003 - FSD &1: Document type does not exist in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR003 FSD &1: Document type does not exist in Customizing typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to find a specific document type in the customizing settings. This can happen during various processes, such as creating or processing freight orders, shipments, or other related documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Type Configuration: The document type referenced in the error message is not defined in the customizing settings of SAP TM.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may be incorrect or not applicable for the operation being performed.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of customizing settings, the document type may not have been included or properly transported.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain document types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant section for Transportation Management.
  Check the configuration for document types under the path: Transportation Management -> Basic Settings -> Define Document Types.
  Ensure that the document type referenced in the error message is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Document Type:
  
  If the document type does not exist, you may need to create it. Ensure that you define all necessary attributes and settings for the document type.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify the settings as needed.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the system has recently undergone changes, verify that all necessary customizing settings have been transported correctly.
  If needed, re-transport the relevant customizing requests.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access and use the document type in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO to access the IMG, or SE11 to check the data dictionary for document types.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solution to resolve it.