How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES401 - Navigation not defined for business document type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Navigation not defined for business document type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES401 - Navigation not defined for business document type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES401 Navigation not defined for business document type &1 typically occurs in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module. This error indicates that there is no defined navigation path for the specified business document type in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The navigation for the specified business document type has not been configured in the system.
  Incorrect Business Document Type: The business document type provided in the error message may not be valid or recognized by the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the navigation for the specified document type.
  System Customization: Customizations or enhancements in the system may have inadvertently removed or altered the navigation settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP TM configuration settings and verify if the navigation paths for the specified business document type are correctly defined.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings and navigate to the relevant section for Transportation Management.
  
  
  
  Validate Business Document Type:
  
  Ensure that the business document type mentioned in the error message is valid and correctly spelled.
  Check if the document type exists in the system and is active.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user’s authorization roles to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the navigation for the specified document type.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring navigation paths for business document types in TM.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to development tools, you can debug the navigation logic to identify where the issue is occurring.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, SU53 for authorization checks, and SE80 for development and debugging.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.