How To Fix /SCMTMS/TSPS044 - Neither start nor end date can be determ. for &1;carrier sel. not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TSPS -

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Neither start nor end date can be determ. for &1;carrier sel. not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TSPS044 - Neither start nor end date can be determ. for &1;carrier sel. not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TSPS044 indicates that the system is unable to determine either the start or end date for a specific carrier selection process. This error typically occurs in the context of Transportation Management (TM) when trying to execute a transportation planning or carrier selection process.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Dates: The most common cause is that the relevant transportation request or shipment does not have defined start or end dates. This can happen if the planning data is incomplete or if the dates were not set during the creation of the transportation request.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the transportation management system, particularly in the carrier selection settings.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data related to the carriers, routes, or transportation lanes.
  
  
  Planning Area Issues: The planning area might not be correctly defined or activated, leading to issues in determining the necessary dates.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transportation Request/Shipment: Verify that the transportation request or shipment has valid start and end dates. If they are missing, you will need to enter the appropriate dates.
  
  
  Review Carrier Selection Configuration: Ensure that the carrier selection configuration is correctly set up in the system. This includes checking the settings for the transportation lanes and the relevant master data.
  
  
  Validate Master Data: Check the master data for carriers, routes, and transportation lanes to ensure that all necessary information is complete and accurate.
  
  
  Planning Area Activation: If applicable, ensure that the planning area is activated and correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the /SCMTMS/TSPS044 error for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the date determination is failing. This may require assistance from a technical consultant.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Transportation Management, such as /SCMTMS/PLANNING for planning-related activities.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.