How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR172 - &1 is not a valid communication party of carrier &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 172

• Message text: &1 is not a valid communication party of carrier &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR172 - &1 is not a valid communication party of carrier &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR172 &1 is not a valid communication party of carrier &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the specified communication party (e.g., a business partner or a specific contact) is not recognized as a valid communication party for the specified carrier.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The communication party (e.g., a business partner) may not be properly configured in the system to be associated with the specified carrier.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the communication party or carrier may be missing or incomplete.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the communication party and the carrier, such as incorrect assignments or missing relationships.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the communication party or carrier data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP TM configuration and verify that the communication party is correctly assigned to the carrier.
  Ensure that the communication party is set up as a valid business partner in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for both the communication party and the carrier. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to review the details of the communication party.
  
  
  
  Maintain Relationships:
  
  Ensure that the relationship between the communication party and the carrier is properly maintained. This can usually be done in the business partner settings.
  Check if the communication party is marked as a carrier in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to view and manage the communication party and carrier data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring communication parties and carriers in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/TOR for transportation order management and BP for business partner management.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP TM for further assistance.