How To Fix /SCMTMS/TAL162 - Transportation mode &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TAL -

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Transportation mode &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TAL162 - Transportation mode &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TAL162 Transportation mode &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified transportation mode in the configuration. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Transportation Mode: The specified transportation mode (e.g., truck, rail, air) does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or the mode not being defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The transportation mode may not have been properly set up in the relevant customizing settings.
  Data Entry Error: There might be a typo or incorrect entry when specifying the transportation mode in the transaction or configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transportation Mode Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and check the configuration for transportation modes.
  Path: Logistics > Logistics Execution > Transportation > Basic Transportation Management > Define Transportation Modes.
  Ensure that the transportation mode you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Transportation Mode:
  
  If the transportation mode does not exist, you may need to create it.
  If it exists but is inactive or incorrectly configured, modify it as necessary.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entry of the transportation mode in the relevant transaction or document to ensure there are no typos or incorrect values.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the transportation modes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on transportation modes and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TRANSPORT to view and manage transportation modes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to transportation modes.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data entry, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message regarding the non-existence of the specified transportation mode in SAP TM.