How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ181 - Confirmation is blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Confirmation is blocked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ181 - Confirmation is blocked ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ181 Confirmation is blocked typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with confirming a transportation request or a related document. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Data: The transportation request may have missing or incomplete data that prevents confirmation.
  Status Issues: The status of the transportation request or related documents (like shipment or delivery) may not allow for confirmation.
  Blocking Reasons: There may be specific blocking reasons configured in the system that prevent the confirmation process.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to confirm may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Custom Logic: Custom enhancements or user exits may be implemented that block the confirmation under certain conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Completeness: Review the transportation request and ensure all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Review Status: Check the status of the transportation request and any related documents. Ensure they are in a state that allows confirmation.
  Analyze Blocking Reasons: Investigate any configured blocking reasons in the system. This can often be done through transaction codes like /SCMTMS/CONF or by checking the customizing settings.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to confirm the transportation request. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Debugging Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements, consider debugging the logic to identify if any conditions are causing the block.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/CONF, /SCMTMS/TS, and others that may help in managing transportation requests.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.