How To Fix /SCMTMS/TS_PROF218 - Define a value for the "Quantity for Utilization Threshold" field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TS_PROF -

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Define a value for the "Quantity for Utilization Threshold" field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF218 - Define a value for the "Quantity for Utilization Threshold" field ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF218 indicates that a required field, specifically the "Quantity for Utilization Threshold," has not been defined in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when configuring transportation planning profiles or similar settings.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system expects a value to be defined for the "Quantity for Utilization Threshold" field, which is used to determine the minimum quantity that should be considered for utilization calculations. If this value is not set, the system cannot proceed with the relevant processes, leading to the error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define a value for the "Quantity for Utilization Threshold" field. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area for Transportation Management. This is usually found under SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > Logistics Execution > Transportation > Basic Transportation Management > Define Transportation Planning Profiles.
  
  
  
  Locate the Planning Profile:
  
  Find the transportation planning profile that is causing the error. You may need to check the profiles that are currently in use or the one that is being configured.
  
  
  
  Edit the Profile:
  
  Open the planning profile for editing.
  Look for the field labeled "Quantity for Utilization Threshold."
  
  
  
  Define the Value:
  
  Enter a suitable value for the "Quantity for Utilization Threshold." This value should reflect the minimum quantity that you want to consider for utilization calculations in your transportation planning.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the value, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After saving, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the transportation planning processes work as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for SAP TM for more details on transportation planning profiles and their configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  Consulting SAP Notes: If the issue persists or if you encounter additional errors, consider checking SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your transportation management processes in SAP.