How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR089 - Incomplete stage chain in assignment of stage &1 to freight document &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 089

• Message text: Incomplete stage chain in assignment of stage &1 to freight document &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR089 - Incomplete stage chain in assignment of stage &1 to freight document &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR089 indicates that there is an issue with the stage chain assignment in the Transportation Management System (TMS). Specifically, it means that the stage chain for a particular freight document is incomplete, which can prevent the successful processing of transportation orders.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing Stages: The stage chain defined for the freight document may not include all the necessary stages required for processing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the stage chain in the system may not align with the requirements of the freight document.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the freight document or related master data that prevent the proper assignment of stages.
  Custom Logic: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the TMS, they may interfere with the standard processing of stage chains.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Stage Chain Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the stage chains in TMS.
  Ensure that the stage chain assigned to the freight document includes all necessary stages and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Freight Document:
  
  Open the freight document in question and check its details.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out and that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to the transportation order, such as locations, transportation lanes, and other relevant data.
  Ensure that all master data is consistent and correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Analyze Custom Logic:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  If necessary, consult with your development team to debug any custom logic that may be affecting the stage chain assignment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to TMS and stage chains for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes by attempting to process the freight document again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TO to access transportation orders and check their details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SCMTMS/TOR089 error message in your SAP system.