How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR264 - Stage &1 has no stage type; change from &2 to &3 is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 264

• Message text: Stage &1 has no stage type; change from &2 to &3 is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR264 - Stage &1 has no stage type; change from &2 to &3 is not possible ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR264 indicates that there is an issue with the stage configuration in the Transportation Management System (TMS). Specifically, the error states that a certain stage (denoted as &1) does not have a defined stage type, which prevents a change from one stage type (&2) to another (&3).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Stage Type: The stage in question does not have a defined stage type in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the transportation order or the stages may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be data integrity issues in the transportation order that prevent the system from recognizing the stage type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Stage Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the Transportation Management System.
  Verify that the stage in question has a valid stage type assigned to it. You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing settings in SPRO.
  
  
  
  Assign Stage Type:
  
  If the stage does not have a stage type, you will need to assign a valid stage type to it. This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the transportation management configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Transportation Order:
  
  Check the transportation order for any inconsistencies or errors. Ensure that all stages are correctly defined and that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring stages and stage types in TMS.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transportation order again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TOR to access transportation orders or /SCMTMS/CONFIG for configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on stage configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the stages in your transportation orders are correctly configured.