How To Fix /SCMTMS/TEND268 - Tendering profile must contain at least one step

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TEND -

• Message number: 268

• Message text: Tendering profile must contain at least one step

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND268 - Tendering profile must contain at least one step ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND268 Tendering profile must contain at least one step typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when you are trying to create or modify a tendering profile, but the profile does not have any steps defined. This is a requirement for the tendering process to function correctly.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of any defined steps in the tendering profile. A tendering profile is essential for managing the tendering process, and it must include at least one step to dictate how the tendering should be executed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that at least one step is defined in the tendering profile. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Tendering Profile:
  
  Go to the SAP TM transaction for managing tendering profiles (usually found under the configuration or customizing settings).
  
  
  
  Edit the Tendering Profile:
  
  Select the tendering profile that you are trying to create or modify.
  
  
  
  Define Steps:
  
  In the tendering profile configuration, look for a section where you can add steps.
  Add at least one step to the profile. This could involve specifying the type of step (e.g., send tender, receive offers, etc.) and any relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After adding the necessary steps, save your changes to the tendering profile.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After saving, try to execute the action that previously resulted in the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for SAP TM for detailed information on configuring tendering profiles and the significance of each step.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/TEND for tendering profiles.
  Support: If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for additional assistance.
  
  By ensuring that your tendering profile has at least one defined step, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your tendering processes in SAP TM.