How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES472 - Type &1 is not a forwarding order type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 472

• Message text: Type &1 is not a forwarding order type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES472 - Type &1 is not a forwarding order type ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES472 Type &1 is not a forwarding order type typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the system is expecting a specific type of forwarding order, but the type provided does not match any of the defined forwarding order types in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Order Type: The forwarding order type being referenced does not exist in the system or is not configured as a forwarding order type.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for forwarding order types may not be set up correctly in the SAP TM system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry when specifying the forwarding order type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Forwarding Order Types:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP TM and verify the defined forwarding order types.
  Ensure that the order type you are trying to use is indeed set up as a forwarding order type.
  
  
  
  Correct the Order Type:
  
  If you have mistakenly entered an incorrect order type, correct it to match one of the existing forwarding order types in the system.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If you are an administrator or have access to configuration, review the settings for forwarding order types in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to: SAP Transportation Management -> Basic Functions -> Forwarding Order -> Define Forwarding Order Types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to forwarding order types to ensure you understand the requirements and configurations.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and create forwarding orders of the specified type.
  
  
  
  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 /SCMTMS/FO for managing forwarding orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  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.