How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ662 - Import forwarding order type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 662

• Message text: Import forwarding order type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ662 - Import forwarding order type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ662 Import forwarding order type &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to find a specified forwarding order type. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues or missing entries in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Forwarding Order Type: The specified forwarding order type (represented by &1 in the error message) is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The forwarding order type may not be properly configured in the system settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the forwarding order type.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the forwarding order type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Forwarding Order Types:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP TM and verify if the forwarding order type exists.
  You can check this in the customizing settings under Transportation Management -> Forwarding Order -> Define Forwarding Order Types.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Forwarding Order Type:
  
  If the forwarding order type does not exist, you may need to create it.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, you may need to modify its settings.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the forwarding order type.
  You can check this in the user roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to ensure that all related data is correctly set up and there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on configuring forwarding order types.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration and SE11 for checking table entries related to forwarding order types.
  Tables: Relevant tables may include /SCMTMS/FO_TYPE for forwarding order types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the forwarding order type is correctly set up in your SAP TM system.