How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR309 - Document is relevant for subcontracting but a carrier is not assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 309

• Message text: Document is relevant for subcontracting but a carrier is not assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR309 - Document is relevant for subcontracting but a carrier is not assigned ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR309 Document is relevant for subcontracting but a carrier is not assigned typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a transportation order (TO) is created for a subcontracting scenario, but no carrier has been assigned to the order. This can prevent the transportation order from being processed correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Subcontracting Scenario: The transportation order is linked to a subcontracting process, which means that the goods are being sent to a subcontractor for processing.
  Missing Carrier Assignment: The system requires a carrier to be assigned to the transportation order to facilitate the transportation of goods. If no carrier is assigned, the system cannot proceed with the transportation planning and execution.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Assign a Carrier:
  
  Go to the transportation order in SAP TM.
  Check the details of the transportation order and look for the carrier assignment section.
  Assign a valid carrier to the transportation order. This can be done by selecting a carrier from the list of available carriers or by creating a new carrier assignment if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Carrier Availability:
  
  Ensure that the carrier you are trying to assign is available and has the necessary capabilities to handle the subcontracting process.
  Verify that the carrier is active and has the required transportation services set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for subcontracting and carrier assignment in SAP TM. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured to allow for carrier assignments in subcontracting scenarios.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to transportation management and subcontracting to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Error Logs:
  
  Check the error logs or messages in the system for any additional information that might help diagnose the issue further.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Subcontracting in SAP: Understand how subcontracting works in SAP, including the roles of vendors, carriers, and transportation orders.
  Carrier Management: Familiarize yourself with the carrier management functionalities in SAP TM, including how to create and manage carrier profiles.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional guidance on troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully assign a carrier to your transportation order in the context of subcontracting.