How To Fix /SCMTMS/TSPS038 - &1 has no MTr and thus cannot be processed with carrier select. sett. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TSPS -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: &1 has no MTr and thus cannot be processed with carrier select. sett. &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TSPS038 - &1 has no MTr and thus cannot be processed with carrier select. sett. &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TSPS038 indicates that a transportation request (or shipment) cannot be processed with the carrier selection settings because it does not have a corresponding "MTr" (which typically refers to a "Master Transportation Request" or "Master Transport Request"). This error usually arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to execute carrier selection for a transportation request that lacks the necessary master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Transportation Request (MTr): The transportation request you are trying to process does not have an associated master transportation request. This could happen if the transportation request was created without the necessary master data or if it was not properly linked to a master request.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP TM system that prevent the proper association of transportation requests with master requests.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables that manage transportation requests and their relationships.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Transportation Request: Verify if the transportation request has an associated master transportation request. If it does not, you may need to create one or link the existing transportation request to a master request.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that the system is set up correctly to handle the creation and association of transportation requests and master requests.
  Data Validation: Validate the data in the relevant tables to ensure that all necessary entries are present and correctly linked. This may involve checking the transportation request and master request tables for any discrepancies.
  Recreate the Transportation Request: If the issue persists, consider recreating the transportation request to ensure that it is properly linked to a master transportation request.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling transportation requests and carrier selection settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that can help you manage transportation requests and master requests, such as /SCMTMS/PR for managing transportation requests.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP TM for further assistance.