How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE142 - Invalid field assignment ID; select a valid ID from the input help

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE -

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Invalid field assignment ID; select a valid ID from the input help

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE142 - Invalid field assignment ID; select a valid ID from the input help ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE142 Invalid field assignment ID; select a valid ID from the input help typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a user attempts to assign a field or parameter that is not recognized or is invalid. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when configuring transportation lanes, freight agreements, or other related settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid ID: The field assignment ID you are trying to use does not exist in the system or is not valid for the context in which you are trying to use it.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the system settings or in the customizing settings related to transportation management.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered an incorrect ID manually, leading to the error.
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain IDs or fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Help: Use the input help (F4)