How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ686 - Freight document cannot be created or assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 686

• Message text: Freight document cannot be created or assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ686 - Freight document cannot be created or assigned ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ686 Freight document cannot be created or assigned typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with creating or assigning a freight document. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The freight document may require certain data that is missing or incomplete, such as transportation requirements, shipment details, or master data (e.g., carriers, routes).
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP TM system, such as incorrect settings for freight document types or transportation planning.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or assign freight documents.
  
  
  Incompatibility with Existing Documents: There may be conflicts with existing transportation documents, such as shipments or transportation requirements that are not compatible with the new freight document.
  
  
  System Errors or Bugs: Occasionally, system errors or