How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES081 - Carrier &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Carrier &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES081 - Carrier &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES081 Carrier &1 is invalid typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the carrier data being used in a transportation scenario. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Carrier ID: The carrier ID specified in the transaction does not exist in the system or is not active.
  Master Data Issues: The carrier master data may not be properly maintained or may have been deleted or marked as inactive.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Transportation Management system that are not correctly set up for the carrier.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the carrier data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Carrier Master Data:
  
  Go to the carrier master data in SAP TM and verify that the carrier ID exists and is active.
  Ensure that all necessary details for the carrier are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Maintain Carrier Data:
  
  If the carrier is missing, create a new carrier entry in the system.
  If the carrier is inactive, reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in SAP TM related to carriers. Ensure that the carrier is properly configured to be used in the transportation process.
  Verify that the carrier is assigned to the correct transportation lanes and routes.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the carrier data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing carrier data and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TC to access transportation cockpit or /SCMTMS/MASTER for managing master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to carrier management in SAP TM.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the invalid carrier error in SAP TM.