How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR071 - Transportation mode not defined for means of transport &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Transportation mode not defined for means of transport &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR071 - Transportation mode not defined for means of transport &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR071 Transportation mode not defined for means of transport &1 typically occurs in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS) when there is an issue with the configuration of transportation modes for a specific means of transport. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The transportation mode for the specified means of transport (e.g., truck, ship, rail) has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Assignment: The means of transport may not be correctly assigned to a transportation mode in the configuration settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to transportation modes and means of transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Transportation Mode:
  
  Go to the SAP TMS configuration settings.
  Navigate to the section where transportation modes are defined (usually under Logistics > Transportation > Basic Transportation Functions > Define Transportation Modes).
  Ensure that the transportation mode for the specified means of transport is defined.
  
  
  
  Assign Means of Transport to Transportation Mode:
  
  Check the assignment of means of transport to transportation modes.
  Ensure that the means of transport in question is correctly linked to the appropriate transportation mode.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the means of transport and transportation modes to ensure that all necessary data is complete and accurate.
  Make sure that the means of transport is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Transport Management Configuration:
  
  If you are using a specific transport management configuration, ensure that it is set up correctly and that all necessary parameters are defined.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to create or process a transportation request that uses the means of transport in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, or SE16 for table viewing to check relevant tables.
  Tables: Relevant tables may include:
  
  TSCM_TOR (Transportation Modes)
  TSCM_TOR_MOT (Means of Transport)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring transportation modes and means of transport.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Transportation Management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the transportation modes are correctly defined for the means of transport in your SAP system.