How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ128 - Function for sales group must be sales

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Function for sales group must be sales

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ128 - Function for sales group must be sales ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ128 Function for sales group must be sales typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of sales groups in relation to transportation planning or execution.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Sales Group Configuration: The error indicates that the function being executed requires a sales group that is specifically defined as a "sales" type, but the current configuration does not meet this requirement.
  Master Data Issues: The sales group assigned to the sales order or delivery may not be correctly set up in the system.
  Incompatibility with Transportation Management: The sales group may not be compatible with the transportation management processes defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Sales Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for sales groups in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the sales group you are trying to use is defined as a "sales" type and is properly configured for use in transportation management.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the sales order or delivery document that triggered the error.
  Verify that the sales group assigned to the document is valid and correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transportation Management Settings:
  
  If necessary, adjust the settings in the Transportation Management module to ensure that the sales groups being used are compatible with the transportation processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring sales groups and their relationship with transportation management.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration or VA03 for viewing sales orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and modify sales group settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.