How To Fix /SCMTMS/TEND112 - Carrier assignment strategy not specified in step &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TEND -

• Message number: 112

• Message text: Carrier assignment strategy not specified in step &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND112 - Carrier assignment strategy not specified in step &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND112 Carrier assignment strategy not specified in step &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a carrier assignment strategy has not been defined for a specific step in the transportation process. This can prevent the system from determining a carrier for the transportation order or shipment.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The carrier assignment strategy has not been configured for the specific transportation step in the system.
  Incorrect Process Flow: The process flow may not have been set up correctly, leading to the absence of a defined strategy for carrier assignment.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the transportation process, they may not have included the necessary carrier assignment strategy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Carrier Assignment Strategy:
  
  Go to the SAP TM configuration (SPRO) and navigate to the relevant section for defining carrier assignment strategies.
  Ensure that a carrier assignment strategy is defined for the transportation step indicated in the error message.
  You can find this under: 
  SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Transportation Management -> Carrier Selection -> Define Carrier Assignment Strategy
  
  
  
  
  Check Process Flow:
  
  Review the process flow configuration to ensure that all necessary steps are included and that each step has a corresponding carrier assignment strategy.
  Make sure that the step referenced in the error message is correctly configured in the process flow.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transportation process again to ensure that the carrier assignment is now functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on configuring carrier assignment strategies.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TS for transportation scheduling or /SCMTMS/TSM for managing transportation management settings.
  Customizing: Ensure that any custom developments do not interfere with standard configurations.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify transportation management settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the carrier assignment strategy is properly configured for the relevant transportation steps.