How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR431 - Pick-up freight order type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 431

• Message text: Pick-up freight order type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR431 - Pick-up freight order type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR431 Pick-up freight order type &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to find a specific freight order type that is referenced in the process. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Freight Order Type: The freight order type specified in the error message (&1) does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, or the order type may not have been created or activated.
  Configuration Issues: The freight order type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant transportation management settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or view the specified freight order type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Freight Order Type:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP TM and verify if the freight order type exists.
  Use transaction code SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration path: 
  
  Transportation Management -> Basic Settings -> Define Freight Order Types.
  
  
  Ensure that the freight order type you are trying to use is listed and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Freight Order Type:
  
  If the freight order type does not exist, you may need to create it. Follow the steps in the configuration to define a new freight order type.
  If it exists but is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the freight order type being referenced in your transaction or process.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the freight order type. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to Transportation Management for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, /SCMTMS/FO for freight order management, and others that may be pertinent to your specific use case.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message. There may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  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 message and ensure that the freight order type is correctly set up in your SAP TM environment.