How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR_CUST073 - Mode of transport &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR_CUST -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Mode of transport &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR_CUST073 - Mode of transport &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR_CUST073 Mode of transport &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified mode of transport in the configuration. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The mode of transport specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system. This could be due to it not being defined in the customizing settings.
  Incorrect Input: The mode of transport might have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Transport Mode Deactivation: The mode of transport may have been deactivated or deleted in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the specified mode of transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the customizing settings in SAP TM (Transaction SPRO).
  Go to Logistics Execution > Transportation Management > Basic Settings > Define Modes of Transport.
  Verify if the mode of transport you are trying to use is listed. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Mode of Transport:
  
  If the mode of transport does not exist, create a new entry with the required details.
  If it exists but is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input for the mode of transport in the transaction where the error occurred. Ensure that it matches the defined modes of transport in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the mode of transport. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to Transportation Management for additional guidance on modes of transport.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/ for Transportation Management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message regarding the mode of transport in SAP TM.