How To Fix /SCMTMS/TEND101 - Carrier not maintained in freight RFQ &1 of step &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TEND -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Carrier not maintained in freight RFQ &1 of step &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND101 - Carrier not maintained in freight RFQ &1 of step &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND101 Carrier not maintained in freight RFQ &1 of step &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the carrier assignment in a freight request for quotation (RFQ). Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Carrier Assignment: The error indicates that the specified carrier is not maintained or assigned in the freight RFQ. This could happen if the carrier was not selected or if the carrier data is incomplete.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the transportation management settings that prevent the carrier from being recognized.
  Data Inconsistencies: There might be inconsistencies in the master data related to the carrier, such as missing or incorrect entries in the carrier master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Carrier Assignment:
  
  Go to the freight RFQ in question and verify if the carrier is properly assigned. If not, you will need to assign a valid carrier to the RFQ.
  Ensure that the carrier is active and available for the relevant transportation lanes.
  
  
  
  Maintain Carrier Data:
  
  Navigate to the carrier master data and ensure that all necessary information is filled out correctly. This includes details like the carrier's name, address, and any relevant transportation capabilities.
  Ensure that the carrier is set up for the specific transportation mode you are working with (e.g., road, rail, air).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that the carrier selection process is correctly set up. This may involve reviewing the settings for freight agreements, transportation lanes, and RFQ processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing carriers and RFQs in SAP TM. This can provide insights into best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the RFQ process again to ensure that the error is resolved and that the carrier can be successfully assigned.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/RFQ for managing RFQs and /SCMTMS/CARRIER for carrier master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional context or patches that address known issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit carrier and RFQ data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the carrier is properly maintained in the freight RFQ process.