How To Fix /SCMTMS/SFIR056 - Carriers in freight order and freight settlement document do not match

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SFIR -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Carriers in freight order and freight settlement document do not match

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR056 - Carriers in freight order and freight settlement document do not match ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR056 indicates that there is a mismatch between the carriers specified in a freight order and those in the corresponding freight settlement document. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when processing freight orders and settlements.
  Cause:
  
  Carrier Mismatch: The carrier assigned to the freight order does not match the carrier assigned in the freight settlement document. This can happen if the freight order was modified after the settlement document was created or if there was an error in data entry.
  Data Inconsistency: Changes in the carrier information in the system that were not reflected in both documents can lead to this error.
  Freight Order Changes: If the freight order was changed (e.g., a different carrier was assigned) after the freight settlement document was created, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Carrier Information: Check the carrier assigned to both the freight order and the freight settlement document. Ensure that they match.
  Update Freight Settlement Document: If the freight order has been updated with a new carrier, you may need to update the freight settlement document to reflect this change.
  Recreate Documents: In some cases, it may be necessary to delete the existing freight settlement document and recreate it after ensuring that the freight order is correct.
  Check for Changes: Review any recent changes made to the freight order or settlement document that could have caused the mismatch.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps on how to resolve this error in your version of SAP TM.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/FREIGHT_ORDER or /SCMTMS/FREIGHT_SETTLEMENT to access and review the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify freight orders and settlement documents.
  Testing in a Sandbox: If possible, replicate the issue in a test environment to better understand the cause and test potential solutions without affecting production data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.