How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES151 - Document type &1 not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Document type &1 not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES151 - Document type &1 not valid ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES151 Document type &1 not valid typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system encounters an invalid document type during a transaction or process. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when creating or processing transportation documents, freight orders, or other related objects.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Document Type: The document type specified in the transaction does not exist or is not configured correctly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not be assigned to the relevant application area or may not be active.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified document type.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the document type entered by the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that the document type specified in the transaction is valid. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and check the settings for document types.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review: Ensure that the document type is properly configured and assigned to the relevant application area. This may involve:
  
  Checking the customizing settings for Transportation Management.
  Ensuring that the document type is active and correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to work with the specified document type. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If the document type was entered manually, double-check for any typographical errors. Ensure that the correct document type code is being used.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the document types used in your version of SAP TM.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that may be related to document types, such as /SCMTMS/ORDER for managing transportation orders.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community 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 cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.