How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ522 - Business partner &1 does not contain IATA airline code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 522

• Message text: Business partner &1 does not contain IATA airline code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ522 - Business partner &1 does not contain IATA airline code &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ522 indicates that there is an issue with a business partner not having the required IATA airline code associated with it. This error typically arises in the context of transportation management within SAP, where specific business partners (like carriers or freight forwarders) need to have valid IATA codes for proper processing of transportation-related tasks.
  Cause:
  
  Missing IATA Code: The business partner (e.g., a carrier) does not have an IATA airline code assigned in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The business partner may be incorrectly configured or not set up to handle air transportation.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data of the business partner.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) in SAP.
  Search for the business partner mentioned in the error message (replace &1 with the actual business partner ID).
  Verify if the IATA airline code (replace &2 with the actual code) is assigned to the business partner.
  
  
  
  Assign IATA Code:
  
  If the IATA code is missing, you need to assign it. This can typically be done in the "General Data" or "Roles" section of the business partner master data.
  Ensure that the IATA code is valid and corresponds to the correct airline.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the business partner is configured correctly for air transportation. This may involve checking the roles assigned to the business partner and ensuring that they are appropriate for the transportation activities being performed.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  If there are discrepancies in the data, consider running data consistency checks or using transaction codes like SLG1 to check for logs related to the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing business partner data and IATA codes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IATA Codes: The International Air Transport Association (IATA) assigns unique codes to airlines, which are used globally for ticketing and baggage handling.
  Business Partner Roles: In SAP, business partners can have multiple roles (e.g., supplier, customer, carrier) that define their functions in the system.
  SAP Transportation Management (TM): This module is used for managing transportation processes, including planning, execution, and monitoring of shipments.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.