How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ527 - &1: Business partner &2 does not contain IATA airline code &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 527

• Message text: &1: Business partner &2 does not contain IATA airline code &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ527 - &1: Business partner &2 does not contain IATA airline code &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ527 &1: Business partner &2 does not contain IATA airline code &3 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of business partners related to transportation services, specifically airlines.
  Cause:
  
  Missing IATA Code: The business partner (in this case, an airline) does not have an associated IATA airline code in the system. The IATA code is essential for identifying airlines in transportation processes.
  Incorrect Business Partner Configuration: The business partner may not be set up correctly in the system, or the relevant data may not have been maintained.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the business partner master data and the transportation management settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Data:
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (BP) in SAP.
  Search for the business partner (airline) mentioned in the error message.
  Verify if the IATA airline code is maintained in the business partner's details. If it is missing, you need to add it.
  
  
  
  Maintain IATA Code:
  
  If the IATA code is not present, you can add it by navigating to the relevant section in the business partner master data.
  Ensure that the IATA code is valid and corresponds to the correct airline.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that the business partner is correctly linked to the transportation processes.
  Ensure that the business partner role for the airline is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run any relevant data consistency checks or reports in SAP TM to identify and resolve any discrepancies in the business partner data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on maintaining business partner data and IATA codes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: Ensure that the business partner has the correct roles assigned, such as "Airline" or any other relevant role that may require an IATA code.
  IATA Code Reference: You can refer to the official IATA website or other reliable sources to verify the correct IATA codes for airlines.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the business partner is correctly configured for use in SAP Transportation Management.