How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES703 - Select an airport of departure and an airport of destination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 703

• Message text: Select an airport of departure and an airport of destination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES703 - Select an airport of departure and an airport of destination ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES703 typically occurs in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module when a user attempts to create or process a transportation request or shipment without specifying both the departure airport and the destination airport. This error indicates that the system requires these two critical pieces of information to proceed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that either the departure airport or the destination airport has not been selected in the relevant fields.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the transportation management settings, which could lead to the system not recognizing the airports.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required information or may have entered it incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that both the departure airport and destination airport fields are filled in correctly. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant screen where the transportation request or shipment is created.
  Verifying that both fields are populated with valid airport codes.
  
  
  
  Select Valid Airports: Make sure that the airports you are selecting are valid and recognized by the system. You can check the master data for airports in the SAP system to ensure they are correctly set up.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the SAP TM module to ensure that the transportation lanes and related master data are correctly defined. This includes:
  
  Checking the transportation network settings.
  Ensuring that the relevant transportation lanes are active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct airport codes or how to configure the system, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on setting up transportation management.
  
  
  User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing additional training or resources to help them understand the importance of entering all required fields.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that may help in managing transportation requests and shipments.
  
  By ensuring that both the departure and destination airports are correctly specified, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transportation management tasks.