How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES261 - Enter a means of transport with transportation mode "air"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 261

• Message text: Enter a means of transport with transportation mode "air"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES261 - Enter a means of transport with transportation mode "air" ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES261 indicates that a means of transport with the transportation mode "air" needs to be specified in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when you are trying to create or process a transportation request or shipment without having defined a valid means of transport for air transportation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Means of Transport: The most common cause of this error is that there is no means of transport defined for the air transportation mode in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The means of transport may not be properly configured or activated for air transport.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a data entry error where the means of transport is not correctly specified in the relevant transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Means of Transport:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the Transportation Management area.
  Find the configuration for "Means of Transport" (usually under Customizing for Transportation Management).
  Create or modify a means of transport for the air transportation mode. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Means of Transport:
  
  Verify if there are any existing means of transport defined for air mode.
  If they exist, ensure they are active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Means of Transport:
  
  When creating a transportation request or shipment, ensure that you select the correct means of transport that corresponds to the air transportation mode.
  
  
  
  Review Transportation Mode Settings:
  
  Check the settings for transportation modes in the system to ensure that air transport is properly configured and linked to the means of transport.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on how to configure means of transport in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TO for transportation orders or /SCMTMS/SH for shipments to access the relevant screens.
  Customizing Path: The customizing path for means of transport is usually found under:
  
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Logistics Execution -> Transportation -> Transportation Management -> Means of Transport.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify means of transport in the system.
  
  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.