How To Fix /SCMTMS/TEND015 - User &1 not valid tendering manager

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TEND -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: User &1 not valid tendering manager

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND015 - User &1 not valid tendering manager ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND015 User &1 not valid tendering manager typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the user specified (represented by &1) is not recognized as a valid tendering manager in the system. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  User Not Assigned: The user may not be assigned the role of a tendering manager in the system.
  Role Configuration: The necessary roles or authorizations for the user to act as a tendering manager may not be properly configured.
  User Status: The user account may be inactive or locked, preventing them from being recognized as a valid tendering manager.
  Organizational Structure: The user may not be associated with the correct organizational unit that is required for tendering management.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include tendering manager permissions.
  
  
  
  Assign Tendering Manager Role:
  
  If the user does not have the required role, you may need to assign the appropriate role that includes tendering manager responsibilities. This can typically be done by a system administrator.
  
  
  
  Verify User Status:
  
  Ensure that the user account is active and not locked. If it is locked, unlock the account.
  
  
  
  Check Organizational Assignment:
  
  Verify that the user is assigned to the correct organizational unit that is relevant for tendering management. This may involve checking the user’s organizational assignments in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Use transaction SU53 to check for authorization issues after the error occurs. This transaction can help identify if there are missing authorizations that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to Transportation Management and tendering processes for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on their roles and responsibilities within the SAP TM environment, particularly regarding tendering processes.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.