How To Fix /SCMTMS/TEND277 - Plan Setup Mode &1 not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TEND -

• Message number: 277

• Message text: Plan Setup Mode &1 not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND277 - Plan Setup Mode &1 not valid ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND277 Plan Setup Mode &1 not valid typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of the planning setup mode. This error indicates that the specified planning setup mode (represented by &1) is not recognized or is invalid in the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The planning setup mode specified may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Missing Entries: The planning setup mode might not exist in the relevant customizing tables.
  Typographical Error: There could be a typo in the planning setup mode being referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified planning setup mode.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing settings in SAP TM and verify that the planning setup mode is correctly defined.
  Navigate to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and check the settings under Transportation Management.
  
  
  
  Validate Entries:
  
  Ensure that the planning setup mode exists in the relevant tables. You can check the table entries using transaction SE11 or SE16.
  Look for the table that holds planning setup modes, such as /SCMTMS/TEND or similar.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the input for any typos or incorrect values. Ensure that the planning setup mode is entered correctly.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the planning setup mode. Check the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on valid planning setup modes and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/PLN for planning-related activities.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.