How To Fix /SCMTMS/TSPS080 - Enter carrier selection strategy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TSPS -

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Enter carrier selection strategy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TSPS080 - Enter carrier selection strategy ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TSPS080 indicates that a carrier selection strategy has not been defined for the transportation management process. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to execute a process that requires a carrier selection strategy, such as creating a transportation proposal or executing a freight order.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The carrier selection strategy has not been configured in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the carrier selection strategy may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Transport Planning: The system is unable to determine which carrier to use for the transportation process due to the absence of a defined strategy.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define a carrier selection strategy in the SAP TM system. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Logistics Execution -> Transportation -> Carrier Selection -> Define Carrier Selection Strategy.
  
  
  
  Define a New Carrier Selection Strategy:
  
  Create a new carrier selection strategy by specifying the necessary parameters, such as:
  
  Selection criteria (e.g., cost, transit time, service level).
  Priority of carriers.
  Any specific rules or conditions that should be applied.
  
  
  
  
  
  Assign the Strategy:
  
  Once the carrier selection strategy is defined, ensure that it is assigned to the relevant transportation planning process or freight order type.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After configuration, test the process to ensure that the carrier selection strategy is being applied correctly and that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on carrier selection strategies in SAP TM.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/TS for transportation management settings.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify transportation management settings.
  Transport Management Process: Understanding the overall transport management process in SAP TM can help in configuring the carrier selection strategy effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.