How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR258 - No default type defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 258

• Message text: No default type defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR258 - No default type defined ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR258 No default type defined typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that there is no default transportation order type defined for the system to use when processing certain operations, such as creating transportation orders.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the system lacks a default transportation order type configuration. This can happen if the necessary settings have not been made in the customizing settings of SAP TM.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect or incomplete settings in the configuration that prevent the system from identifying a default type.
  Transport Order Type Not Assigned: The transport order type may not be assigned to the relevant planning area or transportation lane.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the customizing settings for Transportation Management.
  Use the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Navigate to: Transportation Management -> Basic Settings -> Define Transportation Order Types.
  Ensure that a default transportation order type is defined and that it is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Default Type:
  
  If no default type is defined, create a new transportation order type or assign an existing one as the default.
  Make sure that the transportation order type is active and properly linked to the relevant planning area.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Area:
  
  Ensure that the transportation order type is assigned to the correct planning area or transportation lane.
  You can check this in the configuration settings under Transportation Management -> Planning -> Define Planning Area.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process that was causing the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration and /SCMTMS/TO for managing transportation orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify transportation order types in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SCMTMS/TOR258 No default type defined error in SAP TM.