How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ083 - Document is not a template

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Document is not a template

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ083 - Document is not a template ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ083 Document is not a template typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a user attempts to create or process a transportation request or document that is expected to be based on a template, but the specified document is not recognized as a valid template.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document you are trying to use as a template may not be of the correct type or may not have been set up as a template in the system.
  Missing Template Configuration: The document may not have been configured properly in the system to be used as a template.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified template.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the Transportation Management module that prevent the document from being recognized as a template.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Type: Ensure that the document you are trying to use is indeed a template. You can do this by checking the document type and its configuration in the system.
  Create or Configure Template: If the document is not set up as a template, you may need to create a new template or configure the existing document to be used as a template. This typically involves setting the appropriate parameters in the document configuration.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the template. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to create and manage templates in SAP TM.
  System Configuration Check: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the overall configuration of the Transportation Management module to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that may help you in managing templates and documents (e.g., /SCMTMS/TS, /SCMTMS/TM, etc.).
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in Transportation Management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.