How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES566 - Carrier &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 566

• Message text: Carrier &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES566 - Carrier &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES566 Carrier &1 not found typically occurs in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module when the system is unable to find a specified carrier in the database. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Carrier Not Defined: The carrier you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Carrier Code: The carrier code entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Inactive Carrier: The carrier may be defined but is inactive or not available for the current transaction.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the carrier data is maintained in a different system (like SAP ERP), there may be synchronization issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the carrier.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Carrier Definition:
  
  Go to the carrier master data in SAP TM and verify if the carrier exists.
  If it does not exist, create a new carrier using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., /SCMTMS/CREATE_CARRIER).
  
  
  
  Verify Carrier Code:
  
  Double-check the carrier code you are using in your transaction. Ensure it is correctly spelled and formatted.
  
  
  
  Activate Carrier:
  
  If the carrier exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can usually be done in the carrier master data settings.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If the carrier data is maintained in another system, ensure that the data has been properly synchronized with SAP TM. You may need to run a data transfer or check the integration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the carrier. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal or your organization's documentation for specific instructions related to carrier management in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing carriers in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/CREATE_CARRIER, /SCMTMS/CHANGE_CARRIER, and /SCMTMS/VIEW_CARRIER.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message regarding the carrier not being found in SAP TM.