How To Fix /SCMTMS/TAL113 - Error while parsing allocation import file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TAL -

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Error while parsing allocation import file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TAL113 - Error while parsing allocation import file ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TAL113 indicates that there is an issue with parsing an allocation import file in the SAP Transportation Management System (TM). This error typically arises when the system encounters unexpected data formats or values in the import file, which prevents it from processing the file correctly.
  Causes:
  
  File Format Issues: The import file may not conform to the expected format (e.g., CSV, XML) or structure defined by SAP TM.
  Data Validation Errors: The data within the file may contain invalid characters, incorrect data types, or values that do not meet the predefined criteria (e.g., missing mandatory fields).
  Encoding Problems: The file may be saved in an incorrect encoding format (e.g., UTF-8 vs. ANSI), leading to parsing errors.
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping of fields in the import file to the corresponding fields in SAP TM may be incorrect or misconfigured.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the import file may not be compatible with the version of the SAP TM system being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Format: Ensure that the import file is in the correct format and adheres to the specifications provided by SAP TM.
  Validate Data: Review the contents of the import file for any invalid data, missing fields, or incorrect formats. Correct any discrepancies found.
  Encoding Verification: Make sure the file is saved in the correct encoding format. If necessary, convert the file to the appropriate encoding.
  Review Mapping Configuration: Check the mapping configuration in SAP TM to ensure that the fields in the import file are correctly mapped to the corresponding fields in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific version of TM you are using to ensure compliance with the expected file structure and data requirements.
  Test with Sample Data: Create a small sample import file with known good data to test the import process. This can help isolate whether the issue is with the specific data or the import process itself.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/ALLOCATION to access allocation management and review logs for more detailed error messages.
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs and traces in SAP to gather more information about the error context and any additional error messages that may accompany it.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.