How To Fix /SCMTMS/SFIR169 - &1 freight settlement documents are "Purchase Order Cancellation Failed"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SFIR -

• Message number: 169

• Message text: &1 freight settlement documents are "Purchase Order Cancellation Failed"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR169 - &1 freight settlement documents are "Purchase Order Cancellation Failed" ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR169 indicating that "freight settlement documents are 'Purchase Order Cancellation Failed'" typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the cancellation of a purchase order related to freight settlement documents. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the purchase order or freight settlement documents, such as missing or incorrect information.
  Status Issues: The purchase order or related documents may be in a status that does not allow for cancellation (e.g., already processed or completed).
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on other documents or processes that need to be resolved before the cancellation can occur.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the cancellation may not have the necessary authorizations to do so.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in SAP TM that are preventing the cancellation from