How To Fix /SCMTMS/TEND238 - Default country for formatting not selected in Customizing for tendering

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TEND -

• Message number: 238

• Message text: Default country for formatting not selected in Customizing for tendering

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND238 - Default country for formatting not selected in Customizing for tendering ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND238 indicates that the system is unable to determine a default country for formatting in the context of tendering. This typically occurs in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module when certain configuration settings are not properly defined.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a default country setting in the customizing configuration for tendering. This can happen if:
  
  The default country has not been specified in the system settings.
  The relevant customizing settings have not been maintained or are incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to configure the default country for formatting in the Customizing settings for tendering. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and enter transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SAP Reference IMG > Logistics Execution > Transportation > Basic Transportation Functions > Tendering > Define Default Country for Formatting
  
  
  
  
  Define Default Country:
  
  In the customizing screen, you should see an option to define the default country for formatting.
  Select the appropriate country that you want to set as the default for tendering processes.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After saving, test the tendering process again to ensure that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Transportation Management and tendering processes.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the customizing settings.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to create a transport request for your changes to be moved to the quality or production environment.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.