How To Fix /SCMTMS/SFIR139 - Active carrier invoice exists; cannot create new carrier invoice for FO

/SCMTMS/SFIR139 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SFIR -

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Active carrier invoice exists; cannot create new carrier invoice for FO

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR139 - Active carrier invoice exists; cannot create new carrier invoice for FO ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR139 Active carrier invoice exists; cannot create new carrier invoice for FO typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an attempt to create a new carrier invoice for a freight order (FO) that already has an active carrier invoice associated with it. This situation can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions is essential for resolving the issue.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Existing Active Carrier Invoice: The primary cause of this error is that there is already an active carrier invoice linked to the freight order. SAP does not allow the creation of multiple active invoices for the same freight order to maintain data integrity and avoid confusion in billing.
  
  
  Incomplete Invoice Processing: The existing invoice may not have been fully processed or settled, which can prevent the creation of a new invoice.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings