How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ171 - Document currency missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Document currency missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ171 - Document currency missing ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ171 Document currency missing typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the currency settings for a document, such as a transportation request or a freight order. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the currency for the document, which is essential for processing transactions and calculations.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Currency Assignment: The document in question does not have a currency assigned to it. This can happen if the document was created without specifying a currency or if the currency was not properly inherited from the master data (like the business partner or the transportation lane).
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system related to currency settings in the Transportation Management module or in the related logistics modules.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The master data (such as the business partner, vendor, or customer) may not have a currency defined, leading to the error when trying to create or process a document.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Settings: Review the document that triggered the error. Ensure that the currency field is populated correctly. If it is missing, you may need to edit the document to add the appropriate currency.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Check the master data associated with the document (e.g., business partners, vendors, customers) to ensure that they have a currency defined. If not, update the master data to include the necessary currency information.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Verify the configuration settings in SAP TM related to currencies. Ensure that the currency settings are correctly defined in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  
  
  Transaction Type Settings: Check the transaction type settings in SAP TM to ensure that the currency is correctly defined for the transaction types being used.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the document creation or processing again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Transportation Management, such as /SCMTMS/ for various TM functionalities.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify documents in SAP TM, as lack of permissions can sometimes lead to incomplete data entries.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.