How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ030 - &1 container information or item description missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 030

• Message text: &1 container information or item description missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ030 - &1 container information or item description missing ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ030 indicates that there is missing container information or item description in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises during the planning or execution of transportation processes, such as when creating a transportation order or shipment.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the required container information or item description has not been provided in the relevant master data or transaction data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in TMS that are not set up correctly, leading to missing fields.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data between the transportation order and the related master data (like material master or packaging specifications).
  User Input Error: Users may have inadvertently skipped entering required fields when creating or modifying transportation documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (like material master, packaging specifications, etc.) is complete and correctly maintained. Specifically, check if the container information and item descriptions are filled out.
  Review Transportation Order: Go to the transportation order or shipment that triggered the error and verify that all required fields are populated. Look for any missing container or item description fields.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the TMS configuration settings to ensure that all necessary fields are defined and required settings are in place.
  User Training: Provide training to users on the importance of entering complete data when creating transportation documents to avoid such errors in the future.
  Debugging: If you have access to technical resources, consider debugging the process to identify where the data is being lost or not populated.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TO for transportation orders or /SCMTMS/SH for shipments to access the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on TMS and the specific processes you are working with.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.