How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR208 - Strategy &1 does not exist with the requested service type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Strategy &1 does not exist with the requested service type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR208 - Strategy &1 does not exist with the requested service type ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR208 Strategy &1 does not exist with the requested service type typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a transportation strategy that matches the specified service type for a given transportation order or request.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Strategy: The specified transportation strategy (denoted by &1 in the error message) is not defined in the system for the requested service type.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for transportation strategies may not be set up correctly, or the service type may not be linked to the appropriate strategy.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to the system being unable to find the required strategy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for transportation management in SAP.
  Verify that the transportation strategy exists for the specified service type. You can do this by checking the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the service type is correctly assigned to the transportation strategy.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Strategy:
  
  If the strategy does not exist, you may need to create a new transportation strategy that includes the required service type.
  If the strategy exists but is not linked to the service type, you may need to modify the existing strategy to include the service type.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (such as transportation lanes, service profiles, etc.) is correctly maintained and consistent with the transportation strategy.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to transportation management to understand the requirements for setting up transportation strategies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transportation order or request again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TOR for transportation order management or SPRO for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.