How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ716 - Default route is not valid for assigned forwarding agreement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 716

• Message text: Default route is not valid for assigned forwarding agreement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ716 - Default route is not valid for assigned forwarding agreement ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ716 Default route is not valid for assigned forwarding agreement typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid default route for a specific forwarding agreement that has been assigned to a transportation request or order.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Default Route: The default route that is supposed to be used for the forwarding agreement is either not defined or is incorrectly configured.
  Forwarding Agreement Issues: The forwarding agreement itself may not be properly set up, or it may not have a valid route associated with it.
  Route Determination Settings: The route determination settings in the system may not be configured correctly, leading to the inability to find a valid route.
  Transportation Lane Issues: The transportation lane associated with the forwarding agreement may not be active or may not have the necessary parameters set.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Default Route Configuration:
  
  Go to the route determination settings in SAP TM and ensure that a valid default route is defined for the forwarding agreement.
  Ensure that the route is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Forwarding Agreement:
  
  Check the forwarding agreement in question to ensure it is correctly set up and that it has the necessary routes assigned.
  Make sure that the forwarding agreement is active and not expired.
  
  
  
  Verify Transportation Lane:
  
  Check the transportation lane associated with the forwarding agreement to ensure it is active and correctly configured.
  Ensure that the transportation lane has the necessary parameters set, such as the start and end locations, and that it is valid for the transportation request.
  
  
  
  Route Determination Process:
  
  Review the route determination process to ensure that it is set up correctly. This includes checking the conditions and rules that govern how routes are determined.
  Make sure that the necessary master data (like locations, transportation zones, etc.) is correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring routes and forwarding agreements in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transportation request or order again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/ROUTE for route maintenance or /SCMTMS/FWDAG for forwarding agreement maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SCMTMS/TRQ716 error in SAP TM.