How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR374 - Number of container must be maintained in pieces, not in TEU

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 374

• Message text: Number of container must be maintained in pieces, not in TEU

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR374 - Number of container must be maintained in pieces, not in TEU ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR374 indicates that there is an issue with how the number of containers is being specified in the Transportation Management System (TMS). Specifically, the error states that the number of containers must be maintained in pieces rather than in Twenty-foot Equivalent Units (TEU). 
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  The system is expecting the quantity of containers to be entered in individual pieces (e.g., the actual number of containers) but instead, the value is provided in TEU.
  The configuration or settings in the TMS are not aligned with the expected input format for container quantities.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that when you are entering the number of containers, you are using the correct unit of measure. Instead of entering the value in TEU, enter the actual number of containers (e.g., if you have 10 containers, enter 10).
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you are consistently encountering this error, review the configuration settings in your SAP TMS. Ensure that the system is set up to accept container quantities in pieces rather than TEU.
  
  
  Update Master Data: If the error is related to specific master data (like shipping instructions or transportation lanes), check and update the relevant master data to ensure it reflects the correct unit of measure.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to TMS for any specific guidelines on how to enter container quantities.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Guides: Review user guides or training materials related to SAP TMS for best practices on entering transportation data.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that container quantities are entered correctly in your SAP TMS.