How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR245 - Transportation mode not defined for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Transportation mode not defined for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR245 - Transportation mode not defined for &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR245 Transportation mode not defined for &1 typically occurs in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS) when a transportation mode has not been defined for a specific transportation lane or route. This can prevent the system from processing transportation requests or creating transportation orders.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The transportation mode (e.g., truck, rail, air) has not been defined in the system for the specific transportation lane or route.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transportation lane configuration.
  Inconsistent Master Data: The master data related to transportation modes or lanes may not be properly maintained.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Transportation Lane Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP TMS configuration settings.
  Navigate to the transportation lane settings and verify if the transportation mode is defined for the relevant lane.
  If it is missing, you will need to create or update the transportation lane to include the appropriate transportation mode.
  
  
  
  Define Transportation Modes:
  
  Ensure that the transportation modes you want to use are defined in the system.
  You can do this by going to the configuration settings for transportation modes and adding any missing modes.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant transportation lanes and ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  Make sure that the transportation mode is correctly assigned to the relevant transportation lanes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transportation order creation process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on configuring transportation modes and lanes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TOR for transportation order management or /SCMTMS/LANE for transportation lane configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to transportation configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Transportation Management.