How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR857 - External scheduling strategy &1 could not be executed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 857

• Message text: External scheduling strategy &1 could not be executed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR857 - External scheduling strategy &1 could not be executed ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR857 External scheduling strategy &1 could not be executed typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with executing an external scheduling strategy. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing data, or problems with the external system integration.
  Causes:
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The external scheduling strategy may not be properly configured in the system. This includes missing or incorrect settings in the transportation management configuration.
  
  
  Missing Data: Required data for executing the scheduling strategy may be missing. This could include transportation lanes, routes, or other relevant master data.
  
  
  Integration Problems: If the scheduling strategy relies on external systems (like a third-party logistics provider), there may be connectivity issues or the external system may not be responding.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the scheduling strategy may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical