How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES518 - Service order type &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 518

• Message text: Service order type &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES518 - Service order type &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES518 Service order type &1 not found typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to find a specified service order type. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Service Order Type: The service order type specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The service order type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified service order type.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to the service order type not being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Service Order Type:
  
  Check the service order type you are trying to use. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and exists in the system.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP TM where service order types are defined.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for service order types in SAP TM (usually found under the customizing settings).
  Ensure that the service order type is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the service order type. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data inconsistencies that may be affecting the service order type.
  If necessary, correct any inconsistencies in the master data or configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on service order types and their configuration.
  
  
  
  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 help in managing service order types, such as /SCMTMS/ORDER for managing transportation orders.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message 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.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.