How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ456 - Stage type is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 456

• Message text: Stage type is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ456 - Stage type is missing ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ456 Stage type is missing typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that a required stage type is not defined or is missing in the configuration for a transportation request or a transportation scenario.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The stage type that is expected in the transportation request or scenario has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Customization: If the system has been customized, it is possible that the customization did not include all necessary stage types.
  Transport Request Issues: If the transport request is not properly set up or if there are issues with the transport request itself, it may lead to this error.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the transportation management setup.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP TM configuration settings and verify that the required stage types are defined.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and ensure that all necessary stage types are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Stage Types:
  
  If you identify that a stage type is indeed missing, you can create it in the system. This typically involves defining the stage type in the relevant customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Review Customization:
  
  If the system has been customized, review the customization settings to ensure that all necessary components, including stage types, are included.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Request:
  
  If the error is related to a specific transport request, check the transport request for any issues. Ensure that it is properly configured and that all necessary objects are included.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to identify any inconsistencies in the transportation management setup that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring stage types in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and customization, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/CONFIG to access the configuration settings for SAP TM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be useful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.