How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES645 - Trailer type &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 645

• Message text: Trailer type &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES645 - Trailer type &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES645 Trailer type &1 not found typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified trailer type in the configuration or master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The trailer type specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to it not being created or being deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The trailer type may not be properly configured in the system, leading to it being unrecognized.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect references or missing entries in related tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SCMTMS/TRA_TYPE or similar) to check if the trailer type exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for transportation management to ensure that the trailer types are correctly defined.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the system to identify any discrepancies in the master data.
  You can use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/CONSISTENCY_CHECK to perform these checks.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the trailer type was recently created or modified, ensure that the changes have been transported to the relevant system (e.g., from development to production).
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify trailer types in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing trailer types in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Training and Documentation: Review training materials or documentation related to SAP TM to better understand how trailer types are managed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the trailer type is correctly recognized in your SAP system.