How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR557 - Printing profile defined for &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 557

• Message text: Printing profile defined for &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR557 - Printing profile defined for &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR557 Printing profile defined for &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is trying to access a printing profile that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Printing Profile: The specified printing profile for the transportation order or related document does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The printing profile may not have been properly configured or assigned to the relevant transportation order type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the printing profile.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to the printing profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Printing Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP TM and verify if the printing profile for the specified object (e.g., transportation order) is defined.
  You can check this in the customizing settings under SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Transportation Management -> Basic Settings -> Define Printing Profiles.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Printing Profile:
  
  If the printing profile does not exist, you may need to create a new one. Ensure that you define all necessary parameters and assign it to the relevant transportation order type.
  If it exists but is not correctly configured, modify it as needed.
  
  
  
  Assign Printing Profile:
  
  Ensure that the printing profile is assigned to the relevant transportation order type or document type in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the printing profile. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by trying to print the transportation order again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, and SE80 for object navigator to check related objects.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring printing profiles in SAP TM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.