How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ268 - Approval WF is active; define an output profile

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 268

• Message text: Approval WF is active; define an output profile

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ268 - Approval WF is active; define an output profile ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ268 Approval WF is active; define an output profile typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue related to the configuration of the output profile for the approval workflow.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the approval workflow is active, but there is no output profile defined for it. The output profile is necessary for the system to know how to handle notifications and messages related to the approval process. Without this configuration, the system cannot proceed with the workflow, leading to the error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define an output profile for the approval workflow. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Output Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Follow the path: Transportation Management -> Basic Settings -> Output Management -> Define Output Profiles.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify an Output Profile:
  
  If an output profile does not exist, create a new one by clicking on the "New Entries" button.
  Fill in the necessary details such as the profile name, description, and the relevant settings for the approval workflow.
  If an output profile already exists, ensure that it is correctly configured and associated with the approval workflow.
  
  
  
  Assign the Output Profile to the Approval Workflow:
  
  After defining the output profile, ensure that it is linked to the relevant approval workflow settings.
  You may need to check the workflow configuration to ensure that the output profile is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, test the approval workflow to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that notifications are being sent as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWDD (Workflow Builder) for workflow management and SWI1 (Work Item Selection) for monitoring workflow items.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output management and workflow configuration in SAP TM.
  Support: If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for additional assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the approval workflow functions correctly within your SAP TM environment.