How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRIG013 - Trigger &1 removed for BO &2, node &3, instance &4; target does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRIG -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Trigger &1 removed for BO &2, node &3, instance &4; target does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRIG013 - Trigger &1 removed for BO &2, node &3, instance &4; target does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRIG013 Trigger &1 removed for BO &2, node &3, instance &4; target does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with a trigger that is supposed to execute a certain action or process. This error indicates that the system has removed a trigger because the target object it was supposed to act upon does not exist.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Target Object: The most common cause of this error is that the target business object (BO) that the trigger is supposed to act upon has been deleted or does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the system where the trigger is set up to point to a non-existent instance or node.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the database that the trigger relies on.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport or upgrade, it is possible that some objects were not transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existence of Target Object: Verify that the target business object (BO) exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction or using the appropriate SAP transaction codes to look up the object.
  Review Trigger Configuration: Check the configuration of the trigger to ensure that it is correctly set up and pointing to valid instances and nodes.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any missing or inconsistent data that may be causing the issue.
  Recreate Missing Objects: If the target object is missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if possible.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on how to resolve it.
  System Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Transportation Management for more details on triggers and business objects.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Support: If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.