How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES159 - Enter truck resource

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Enter truck resource

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES159 - Enter truck resource ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES159 Enter truck resource typically occurs in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module when a user attempts to create or process a transportation request or shipment without specifying a truck resource. This error indicates that the system requires a truck resource to be assigned to the transportation process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Truck Resource: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a truck resource in the relevant field when creating or modifying a transportation request or shipment.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP TM system that require a truck resource to be specified for certain operations.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked the truck resource field or entered an invalid value.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Truck Resource: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant screen where the error occurred (e.g., transportation request or shipment).
  Locate the field for the truck resource and enter a valid truck resource. This could be a specific truck ID or a resource that has been defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the settings in the SAP TM configuration to ensure that the truck resource is required and that the system is set up correctly.
  Ensure that the truck resources are properly defined in the system and are available for selection.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Ensure that the truck resource you are trying to enter is active and valid in the system. You can check this in the resource management section of SAP TM.
  If you are unsure about the available truck resources, you can look them up in the resource master data.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  If this error is occurring frequently, consider providing additional training to users on how to properly enter truck resources in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/PR for transportation requests or /SCMTMS/SH for shipments.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Transportation Management for detailed information on truck resources and their configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully enter a truck resource in your SAP TM system.