How To Fix /SCMTMS/TEND353 - Cannot create URL with custom theme; SAP client not specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TEND -

• Message number: 353

• Message text: Cannot create URL with custom theme; SAP client not specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND353 - Cannot create URL with custom theme; SAP client not specified ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND353 Cannot create URL with custom theme; SAP client not specified typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of the system, particularly related to the user interface and theming.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Client Specification: The error indicates that the SAP client is not specified. This can happen if the system is unable to determine which client to use for the URL generation.
  Custom Theme Configuration: If a custom theme is being used, it may not be properly configured or the system may not be able to access the necessary resources to apply the theme.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the required client or theme resources.
  System Configuration: Incorrect or incomplete configuration in the SAP system settings related to the user interface or theme management.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Client Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the SAP client is correctly specified in the system settings. You can check this in the transaction SCC4 to see if the client is properly defined and active.
  Verify that the user has the correct client assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Theme Settings:
  
  Go to transaction SE80 or SPRO and check the theme settings under the relevant configuration sections. Ensure that the custom theme is correctly defined and accessible.
  If necessary, revert to a standard theme to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the client and the custom theme. You can check this in transaction SU53 after attempting to reproduce the error.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache:
  
  Sometimes, clearing the cache can resolve issues related to UI rendering. You can do this by using transaction SICF to refresh the service or by using transaction SE38 to run the report RSBCS_CLEANUP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant logs or screenshots.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Transportation Management and UI theming for any additional configuration steps or requirements.
  Community Forums: Look for discussions in SAP Community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been addressed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /SCMTMS/TEND353.