How To Fix /SCMTMS/SFM_OPT038 - Inconsistencies in target share &1

/SCMTMS/SFM_OPT038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SFM_OPT -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Inconsistencies in target share &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFM_OPT038 - Inconsistencies in target share &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFM_OPT038 Inconsistencies in target share &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there are inconsistencies in the target share of a transportation request or shipment. This error can arise due to various reasons, such as incorrect configuration, data inconsistencies, or issues with the master data.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be discrepancies in the data related to the target share, such as incorrect or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for transportation management may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Master Data Issues: Problems with master data, such as incorrect vendor or customer information, can lead to this error.
  Transport Share Calculation: The system may have trouble calculating the target share due to missing or incorrect parameters.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that they are set up correctly. Pay special attention to the settings