How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCCS116 - Stage type &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCCS -

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Stage type &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS116 - Stage type &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS116 Stage type &1 is not valid typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of transportation stages. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a stage type that is not recognized or is not valid in the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Stage Type: The stage type specified in the error message (&1) does not exist in the system or is not properly configured.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of transportation stages in the SAP TM system.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect settings.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the transport layer is not set up correctly, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Stage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for transportation management and verify that the stage type exists and is correctly defined.
  You can check the configuration in the SAP Easy Access menu under SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Transportation -> Basic Settings -> Define Stage Types.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Ensure that the data being processed (e.g., transportation requests, shipments) is correctly referencing valid stage types.
  Check for any missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Review Customizations:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Transport Layer Configuration:
  
  Verify that the transport layer is correctly configured and that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to transportation management for any specific guidance on this error.
  
  
  
  Check for SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TCCS to access the configuration settings related to transportation stages.
  SAP Community: Consider checking the SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SCMTMS/TCCS116 Stage type &1 is not valid error in SAP TM.