How To Fix /SCMTMS/TDL013 - Transportation mode &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TDL -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Transportation mode &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TDL013 - Transportation mode &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TDL013 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 Configuration: The specified transportation mode (e.g., truck, rail, air) has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Mode Reference: The transportation mode referenced in the transaction or configuration might be misspelled or incorrectly formatted.
  Transport Mode Deactivation: The transportation mode may exist but could be inactive or deactivated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the specified transportation mode.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the SAP TM configuration settings and verify that the transportation mode exists.
  Use transaction code /SCMTMS/TDL to access the transportation mode settings.
  If the mode does not exist, create a new transportation mode by following the configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Verify Mode Reference:
  
  Ensure that the transportation mode referenced in your transaction or configuration is spelled correctly and matches the defined modes in the system.
  
  
  
  Activate Transportation Mode:
  
  If the transportation mode exists but is inactive, activate it in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the transportation mode. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring transportation modes in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/TDL for transportation mode configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to transportation management that might address known issues or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on transportation management and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the transportation mode is correctly configured in your SAP TM system.