How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR509 - Transportation mode &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 509

• Message text: Transportation mode &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR509 - Transportation mode &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR509 Transportation mode &1 is invalid typically occurs in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS) when the system encounters an invalid or unrecognized transportation mode during the processing of a transportation request or order.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Transportation Mode: The transportation mode specified in the document (e.g., a transportation order or request) does not exist in the system or is not properly configured.
  Configuration Issues: The transportation mode may not be defined in the customizing settings of the SAP TMS.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the transportation mode field.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the transportation mode may not be maintained in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transportation Mode: Verify the transportation mode specified in the document. Ensure that it is correctly entered and matches the expected values.
  Maintain Transportation Modes:
  
  Go to the customizing settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Transportation > Basic Transportation Functions > Define Transportation Modes.
  Ensure that the transportation mode you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Check if the relevant master data (e.g., transportation lanes, carriers) is correctly set up and linked to the transportation mode.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on valid transportation modes and their configurations.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the specified transportation mode.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TOR to access transportation orders or /SCMTMS/TOR_MAINT for maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the invalid transportation mode error in SAP TMS.