How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR_ERR_HNDL026 - External communication party ID &1 is not maintained for ID type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR_ERR_HNDL -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: External communication party ID &1 is not maintained for ID type &2

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR_ERR_HNDL026 - External communication party ID &1 is not maintained for ID type &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR_ERR_HNDL026 indicates that there is an issue with the external communication party ID not being maintained for a specific ID type in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when the system is trying to process a transportation order or related document, and it cannot find the necessary external communication details for a specific party involved in the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The external communication party ID for the specified ID type is not maintained in the system. This could be due to incomplete configuration or missing entries in the relevant master data.
  Incorrect ID Type: The ID type being referenced may not be correctly set up or may not correspond to the expected external communication party.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain External Communication Party ID:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP TMS.
  Navigate to the area where external communication parties are defined (usually under the "Master Data" or "Communication" sections).
  Ensure that the external communication party ID is correctly maintained for the specified ID type.
  
  
  
  Check ID Type Configuration:
  
  Verify that the ID type being referenced in the error message is correctly configured in the system.
  Ensure that the ID type is valid and corresponds to the expected external communication party.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the parties involved in the transportation order. Ensure that all necessary details are filled out correctly.
  If you are using business partners, ensure that the business partner roles are correctly assigned and that the communication data is complete.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  If the error continues, consider checking the logs for more detailed information about the failure.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to maintain business partner data or SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Transportation Management for detailed guidance on setting up external communication parties and ID types.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in TMS.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the external communication party ID is properly maintained in your SAP system.