How To Fix /SCMTMS/TSPS046 - Best carrier could not be assigned to &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TSPS -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Best carrier could not be assigned to &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TSPS046 - Best carrier could not be assigned to &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TSPS046 indicates that the system was unable to assign the best carrier for a transportation requirement or shipment. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Carrier Availability: There may be no carriers available that meet the criteria defined in the transportation planning process.
  Carrier Selection Criteria: The selection criteria for the best carrier may be too restrictive, leading to no suitable carriers being found.
  Master Data Issues: Missing or incorrect master data for carriers, routes, or transportation lanes can prevent the system from finding a suitable carrier.
  Transportation Lane Configuration: The transportation lanes may not be properly configured, or there may be no valid transportation lanes for the shipment.
  Capacity Constraints: The selected carriers may have capacity constraints that prevent them from accepting new shipments.
  Time Windows: The time windows defined for the shipment may not align with the availability of the carriers.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Carrier Availability: Verify that there are carriers available for the required transportation mode and that they are active in the system.
  Review Selection Criteria: Examine the carrier selection criteria in the transportation planning settings. Consider relaxing the criteria to allow for more options.
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (carriers, routes, transportation lanes) is complete and accurate. Update any missing or incorrect information.
  Configure Transportation Lanes: Check the configuration of transportation lanes to ensure they are set up correctly and that they match the shipment requirements.
  Assess Carrier Capacity: Review the capacity of the carriers to ensure they can handle the shipment volume. If necessary, adjust the shipment size or find alternative carriers.
  Adjust Time Windows: If applicable, modify the time windows for the shipment to align better with carrier availability.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TS for transportation planning or /SCMTMS/TSL for managing transportation lanes to investigate further.
  Logs and Monitoring: Check the logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to carrier assignment.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP Help documentation for Transportation Management for detailed guidance on carrier selection and configuration.
  
  By systematically addressing these areas, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully assign a carrier to your transportation requirement.