How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR171 - Carrier &1 is blocked; you selected the "Posting Block" checkbox

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Carrier &1 is blocked; you selected the "Posting Block" checkbox

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR171 - Carrier &1 is blocked; you selected the "Posting Block" checkbox ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR171 indicates that a carrier is blocked due to the "Posting Block" checkbox being selected. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to create or process a transportation order or related document involving a carrier that has been marked as blocked.
  Cause:
  
  
  Carrier Blocked: The carrier you are trying to use has been marked as blocked in the system. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The carrier has not met certain compliance or performance criteria.
  The carrier is undergoing a review or audit.
  The carrier has been manually blocked by a user for operational reasons.
  
  
  
  Posting Block Checkbox: The "Posting Block" checkbox is a specific setting that prevents any transactions from being posted against the carrier until the block is lifted.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Carrier Status:
  
  Navigate to the carrier master data in SAP TM.
  Check the status of the carrier in question to confirm if it is indeed blocked.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Carrier:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can unblock the carrier by:
  
  Going to the carrier master data.
  Deselecting the "Posting Block" checkbox.
  Saving the changes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Teams:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to unblock the carrier, consult with your logistics or procurement team to understand why the carrier is blocked and whether it can be unblocked.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Ensure that all necessary documentation and compliance requirements for the carrier are met before unblocking.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After unblocking, try to perform the action that previously resulted in the error to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Carrier Master Data: This is where you manage the details of carriers, including their status and any blocks that may be in place.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to make changes to carrier status.
  Audit Trail: Keep in mind that unblocking a carrier may require documentation or justification, especially if the block was put in place for compliance reasons.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transportation order processing.