How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR881 - Invalid forwarding order type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 881

• Message text: Invalid forwarding order type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR881 - Invalid forwarding order type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR881 Invalid forwarding order type &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the forwarding order type being used in a transaction. This error indicates that the system does not recognize the specified forwarding order type, which can be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Forwarding Order Type: The forwarding order type specified in the transaction does not exist in the system or is misspelled.
  Configuration Issues: The forwarding order type may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing entries in the customizing settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified forwarding order type.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data related to the forwarding order type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Forwarding Order Type: Verify that the forwarding order type specified in the transaction is correct. Ensure that it matches the defined types in the system.
  Configuration Review: Go to the customizing settings in SAP TM and check if the forwarding order type is defined correctly. You can do this by navigating to:
  
  SPRO ? Logistics Execution ? Transportation ? Basic Transportation Functions ? Forwarding Order ? Define Forwarding Order Types.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify forwarding orders of the specified type. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  Data Consistency Check: Review the master data and transactional data for any inconsistencies that might be causing the issue. This includes checking the relevant configuration settings and ensuring that all necessary data is in place.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on the specific forwarding order type and its configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/FO to manage forwarding orders or /SCMTMS/TOR for transportation order-related activities.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /SCMTMS/TOR881 Invalid forwarding order type &1 error message.