How To Fix /SCMTMS/SFIR005 - FSD &1: Enter freight settlement document type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SFIR -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: FSD &1: Enter freight settlement document type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR005 - FSD &1: Enter freight settlement document type ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR005 FSD &1: Enter freight settlement document type typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a user is trying to create or process a freight settlement document (FSD) but has not specified the required document type.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a freight settlement document type in the transaction or process you are attempting to execute. This document type is necessary for the system to understand how to process the freight settlement.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the freight settlement document types are properly configured in your SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG).
  Path: SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Transportation -> Freight Settlement -> Define Freight Settlement Document Types.
  
  
  
  Enter Document Type:
  
  When prompted for the freight settlement document type, make sure to enter a valid type. This can usually be done in the relevant transaction screen where the error occurred.
  If you are using a custom transaction or program, ensure that the document type is being passed correctly.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or process freight settlement documents. Lack of proper authorizations can sometimes lead to incomplete data entry.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  If you are working with a specific transaction, review the data you have entered to ensure that all required fields, including the freight settlement document type, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on freight settlement processes and required configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Freight Settlement Document Types: These are used to categorize different types of freight settlements, such as invoices, credit notes, etc. Each type may have different processing rules and requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to freight settlement in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/FSD for creating or managing freight settlement documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process your freight settlement documents in SAP.