How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR_INT031 - Freight agreement with external ID &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR_INT -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Freight agreement with external ID &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR_INT031 - Freight agreement with external ID &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR_INT031 indicates that the system is unable to find a freight agreement associated with the specified external ID. This error typically occurs in the context of Transportation Management (TM) when trying to process a transportation order or freight agreement that references an external ID that does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent External ID: The external ID referenced in the transaction does not correspond to any existing freight agreement in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different systems (e.g., between SAP TM and an external system).
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for freight agreements may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to retrieve the agreement.
  Deleted or Inactive Agreements: The freight agreement may have been deleted or marked as inactive, making it unavailable for processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify External ID: Check the external ID being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is correct and corresponds to an existing freight agreement in the system.
  Check Freight Agreements: Navigate to the freight agreement management area in SAP TM and verify if the agreement with the specified external ID exists. If it does not, you may need to create a new freight agreement.
  Data Synchronization: If you are using an external system to manage freight agreements, ensure that the data is synchronized correctly with SAP TM. This may involve checking integration settings or re-importing data.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for freight agreements in SAP TM. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured to allow for the retrieval of agreements.
  Consult Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/AGREEMENT for managing freight agreements.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Transportation Management to understand how freight agreements are managed and the expected workflows.
  Integration Scenarios: If you are using SAP TM in conjunction with other SAP modules or external systems, review the integration scenarios to ensure that data flows correctly between systems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.