How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ481 - A valid SCAC for business partner &1 does not exist in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 481

• Message text: A valid SCAC for business partner &1 does not exist in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ481 - A valid SCAC for business partner &1 does not exist in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ481 A valid SCAC for business partner &1 does not exist in Customizing typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC) for the specified business partner in the customizing settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing SCAC Configuration: The SCAC for the business partner has not been defined in the customizing settings.
  Incorrect Business Partner: The business partner specified may not be correctly set up or may not have the necessary SCAC assigned.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the business partner or SCAC.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and check the details of the business partner specified in the error message.
  Ensure that the business partner is correctly set up and that it is marked as a carrier.
  
  
  
  Define SCAC in Customizing:
  
  Navigate to the customizing settings for Transportation Management.
  Use the transaction code SPRO and follow the path:
  SAP Customizing Implementation Guide -> Logistics Execution -> Transportation -> Basic Transportation Management -> Define SCACs
  
  Here, you can add or modify the SCAC entries for the relevant business partner.
  
  
  
  Assign SCAC to Business Partner:
  
  Ensure that the SCAC is assigned to the business partner in the relevant customizing settings.
  You may need to create a new entry if it does not exist.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Verify that there are no inconsistencies in the data related to the business partner and SCAC.
  You can use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the underlying tables for any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made are transported to the quality and production environments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SCAC: The Standard Carrier Alpha Code is a unique identifier for transportation carriers in North America.
  Business Partner Role: Ensure that the business partner has the correct roles assigned, such as "Carrier" or "Logistics Service Provider."
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Transportation Management for more detailed information on configuring SCACs and business partners.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the SCAC is correctly configured for the specified business partner.