How To Fix /SCMTMS/SFM_OPT001 - No carriers sent for optimization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SFM_OPT -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: No carriers sent for optimization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFM_OPT001 - No carriers sent for optimization ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFM_OPT001 No carriers sent for optimization typically occurs in the SAP Transportation Management System (TM) when attempting to optimize transportation planning but no carriers have been selected for the optimization process. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  No Carriers Available: There may be no carriers defined in the system that meet the criteria for the optimization run.
  Carrier Selection Criteria: The selection criteria for carriers may be too restrictive, resulting in no carriers being eligible for the optimization.
  Incomplete Master Data: Carrier master data may be incomplete or not properly configured, leading to the system not recognizing any carriers.
  Transportation Lane Issues: The transportation lanes may not be set up correctly, or there may be no valid lanes for the selected shipments.
  Planning Object Issues: The planning objects (e.g., shipments, freight orders) may not be correctly defined or may not have associated carriers.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Carrier Master Data: Ensure that the carrier master data is complete and correctly configured. Verify that the carriers are active and have the necessary transportation capabilities.
  Review Carrier Selection Criteria: Examine the criteria used for selecting carriers in the optimization process. Adjust the criteria to be less restrictive if necessary.
  Validate Transportation Lanes: Check the transportation lanes to ensure they are correctly defined and that there are valid lanes for the shipments being optimized.
  Inspect Planning Objects: Review the planning objects to ensure they are correctly defined and associated with the appropriate carriers.
  Run a Test Optimization: Try running a test optimization with a smaller set of data to see if carriers are selected. This can help identify if the issue is with specific data or a broader configuration problem.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/OPTIMIZE for optimization processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to carrier optimization.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring carriers and transportation lanes in SAP TM.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP TM expert for further assistance.
  
  By systematically checking these areas, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.